Senior Design Engineer

Network Rail

Sep 18

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Engineering
Product
York

Requirements

An engineering degree or equivalent industry-recognised training qualification.
A demonstrable aptitude for option development.
Strong evaluation and decision-making skills.
A working knowledge of rail engineering; relevant successful experience working in a principal discipline and an adequate understanding of all other related disciplines.
An ability to work and communicate effectively in a team context.
An appreciation of all the life cycle stages of rail infrastructure.
CDM, Auditing and risk assessment competencies.
Experience of acting in the role of Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) for PACE stages 0 to 2
Chartered Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Experience in design, installation and maintenance.
Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment.

Responsibilities

To be responsible for the engineering development of allocated proposals from clarification of remit to project completion developing the engineering solutions to proposals to best satisfy the business case.
Manage the development remit for a proposal so that it properly describes the engineering requirements, scope, possibilities and operational performance targets and maintain a robust challenge to sponsoring engineers and managers, in order to monitor and value manage the business and technical remit and thereby optimise the business case.
Manage all engineering and development activities so that they result in schemes that are affordable, and that meet programme requirements in a safe & environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality.
Manage (or undertake where applicable) the development of suitable engineering options for a proposal giving full consideration to safety, reliability, operational capacity modelling, maintainability, ease of construction, and environmental/whole life issues.
Secure all relevant base data.
Review compliance with appropriate standards.
Use risk ID and evaluation methods (e.g. HAZOP, QRA, LRM, and the GK/RT/14200 suite), as suitable, to evaluate and compare options.
Using feedback from all relevant past projects across the UK rail network, lessons learned etc.
Monitor that designers are up to date via training, briefings etc.
Confirm whether strict change control is maintained on scope development; evaluate cost, time and performance impacts in conjunction with project management.
Participate in the selection of a single option for further development, preparing or monitoring preparation of reports, papers etc as necessary.
Manage (or undertake where applicable) the development of the selected single option.
Manage (or undertake where applicable) the preparation of the full engineering data package required for commencement of the detailed design, and participate in answering clarifications/queries as needed.
Discharge the construction design management (CDM) ’Designer’ duties as required and carry out or monitor cross-discipline engineering checks of all relevant aspects of the proposal.
Carry out independent checking of safety critical signalling design documentation.
Manage adequate resourcing of the feasibility stages of project development, in both the quality and quantity of Network Rail and supplier staff, and in the use of the most appropriate support equipment.
Manage the engineering interfaces of allocated proposals with concurrent work in other disciplines, or within other programmes.
Act as or liaise with the appropriate Project Engineer during project delivery so that design solutions, method statements for site works and surveys in particular are produced and approved to the required standards.
Monitor, assess, evaluate and audit Consultants and Contractors during project delivery.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Design Engineer - Systems.

Where is the location of this job?

The location of this job is York, GB.

What department is this position under?

This position is under the Route Services department.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range for this role is £55,596-£62,546 (Band 3C).

What type of contract is offered for this position?

The contract type offered for this position is permanent.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees are offered a range of benefits, including a variety of pension schemes, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a 75% discount on leisure travel and season tickets.

What are the essential qualifications for this role?

Essential qualifications include an engineering degree or equivalent qualification, a demonstrable aptitude for option development, strong evaluation and decision-making skills, and experience in rail engineering.

Are flexible working arrangements available?

Yes, flexible working arrangements are encouraged and can be discussed during the application process.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 30th September 2024.

Will support be provided for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, as a Disability Confident Leader employer, support will be provided to help individuals with disabilities access, apply, and interview for the roles.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply for this position by clicking the "apply now" button as indicated in the job listing.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For more information, you can contact Mark Allsop at 07734848850.

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