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Graduate - Electrical Engineering - Birmingham

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HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

Jan 27

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Engineering
  • Birmingham

Requirements

  • Planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver day to day tasks
  • Ability to coordinate and deliver multiple tasks and responsibilities in accordance with agreed deadlines
  • Communication skills and the ability to develop relationships with stakeholders
  • Ability to understand complex technical issues to carry out problem solving
  • Ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team and with stakeholders
  • Knowledge:
  • 2:1 Bachelor’s degree (or non-UK equivalent) Electrical / Electronic engineering degree accredited by the IET
  • IT knowledge including; Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • The Engineering function at HS2 comprises of teams of subject matter experts and project engineers who manage engineering across the HS2 programme.
  • The Engineering team are responsible for assuring that the construction contracts are themselves integrated and that they interface properly with the developing railway systems designs.
  • We carry out a range of risk based technical assurance activities within the Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), and specific Nominated Undertaker duties under the HS2 Act.
  • We provide support and advise the construction client teams on all technical matters and promote challenge, opportunities, and innovation where appropriate.
  • The engineering team forms part of the respective contract Integrated Project Teams where we work alongside project managers, commercial and project controls teams.
  • The subject matter experts within the engineering Chief Engineer’s group are the engineering Technical Authority responsible for defining the Specifications, Standards and Requirements that together will deliver an end-state railway that meets the Sponsors & Stakeholders requirements.
  • We are responsible for managing the processes to enable HS2 to be ‘Placed into Service’, which involves demonstrating that the Infrastructure, Rolling Stock and Systems are compliant with the HS2 Act, legislation and requirements.
  • We are System Integrator for the programme, working with suppliers, partners and stakeholders to create an end-state railway that is safe, operable and maintainable, ready for revenue service.

HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

HS2 is critical for the UK’s low-carbon transport future, providing rail capacity, and helping rebalance the economy.

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

HS2 (High-Speed Two) is a company responsible for the development and construction of the HS2 railway network in the United Kingdom. The ultimate mission of HS2 is to create a high-speed railway infrastructure that connects major cities, such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, facilitating faster and more efficient transportation across the country. HS2's purpose is to address capacity issues on existing rail lines, boost economic growth, and improve connectivity between regions. The company aims to provide a sustainable and modern transportation solution, reducing travel times and supporting the long-term development of the UK's transportation network.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Acting fairly, transparently and consistently. That means using the powers we’ve been given wisely; acknowledging the impact of the HS2 programme; and doing the right thing, even in difficult circumstances.

  • Leadership

    Using innovation and challenging to lead by example. That means making the most of the unique opportunity HS2 offers; having clear direction to deliver excellence; and setting new standards for mega-projects.

  • Respect

    Understanding others, recognising their value and behaving accordingly. That means listening and being open-minded; explaining decisions clearly; working flexibly; and appreciating the impact of our actions.

  • Safety

    Caring for our workforce, passengers and the public by creating an environment where no one gets hurt. That means making safety our first consideration and speaking up and intervening if something is unsafe.