Principal Lift Systems Engineer

At Aresforti Lift Engineering Ltd, we design and deliver dependable lift systems for commercial, residential and public sector environments. Our focus is on engineering safety, operational reliability and long term performance., Our Lisburn location provides convenient access to major transport routes across Northern Ireland. You will work within a professional engineering environment supporting a varied portfolio of commercial and residential projects.

Technical Influence

You will have a central role in defining engineering standards, reviewing technical solutions and improving the way lift projects are designed and delivered.

Varied Project Portfolio

Our work includes new lift installations, system upgrades, modernisation programmes, fault resolution and lifecycle improvement projects.

Professional Development

We support continued learning through relevant technical training, professional memberships, manufacturer programmes and industry certification.

Key Responsibilities

Lift System Design

Develop and review technical specifications for traction, hydraulic, machine room less and platform lift systems.

Technical Leadership

Provide engineering guidance to project managers, installation teams, service engineers and external contractors.

Project Engineering

Support projects from initial site assessment and concept development through installation, commissioning and final handover.

Compliance and Safety

Ensure lift systems comply with applicable UK legislation, British Standards, health and safety requirements and industry codes of practice.

Technical Reviews

Review drawings, calculations, equipment selections, method statements and risk assessments before project approval.

Modernisation Planning

Assess existing lift systems and recommend practical upgrade, replacement and lifecycle improvement solutions.

Fault Investigation

Lead complex technical investigations involving recurring faults, performance issues and system failures.

Quality Assurance

Carry out technical inspections and verify that installation and maintenance work meets company and regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Management

Present technical recommendations clearly to clients, consultants, contractors, facilities teams and internal management.

Team Development

Mentor engineers and technical staff while supporting knowledge sharing and consistent engineering practices.

This is a senior technical position for an experienced lift engineer who can combine hands on industry knowledge with strong design, compliance and stakeholder management skills., At least 7 years of experience within the lift, elevator or vertical transportation industry, including responsibility for complex technical projects.

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of lift design, installation, maintenance, modernisation, control systems, electrical systems and mechanical components.

Qualifications

A degree, higher national qualification or equivalent professional experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, building services engineering or a related discipline.

Industry Standards

Good working knowledge of relevant lift regulations, British Standards, health and safety legislation and statutory inspection requirements.

Leadership

Previous experience providing technical guidance, mentoring engineers or leading multidisciplinary engineering activities.

Problem Solving

Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate technical problems and develop safe, cost effective solutions.

Communication

Confident written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical matters to both engineering and non technical stakeholders.

Software Skills

Experience using engineering design software, Microsoft Office and technical documentation systems. Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar drawing software is desirable.

Professional Approach

You are safety focused, methodical and commercially aware. You understand when to challenge a design, when to recommend an alternative and when to make a practical decision that keeps a project moving.