Associate Director - Electrical

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to lead their design team for major rail and infrastructure projects. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and hold Chartered Engineer status. Key responsibilities include overseeing design deliverables, maintaining technical competency, and supporting business development. A focus on leadership, stakeholder management, and proficiency in relevant engineering software is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer with recognized professional status.
• Extensive experience in engineering management roles in infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical engineering design team.
• Serve as the Electrical Contractor's Responsible Engineer.
• Support business development activities and act as Technical Lead.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Project management

Stakeholder management

BIM standards implementation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Trimble/Amtech Pro Design

Dialux

Relux

Job description

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical engineering design team for major rail and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as the Electrical Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE), ensuring consistency and quality of design deliverables across all project phases.
• Provide leadership for the design office, fostering a collaborative and positive working environment.
• Plan and coordinate the activities of multidisciplinary design teams, including CAD/BIM specialists, engineers, and technical experts.
• Liaise with client and stakeholder teams on technical issues, represent the design discipline in meetings, and provide informed technical advice and support.
• Proactively review design documentation to ensure compliance with standards, regulations, and project requirements.
• Evaluate and implement relevant industry standards to maintain quality and compliance of engineering outputs.
• Oversee quality aspects of electrical design deliverables in line with the project's Quality Management Plan.
• Review and approve design deliverables, acting as a technical authority to ensure consistency and accuracy across all outputs.

Develop and maintain the technical competency of the electrical design team through:

• Skills assessment and professional reviews
• Training and development plans
• Mentorship and guidance for junior engineers
• Support for senior staff in growing technical capability within the business

Additional Responsibilities

• Support business development activities, including technical input for bids and proposals across the UK and international markets.
• Act as Technical Lead on key assignments, with responsibility for all engineering design coordination, production activities, and outputs on designated projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BEng/BSc) or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional status with a recognized engineering institution.
• Extensive experience in engineering management roles within major infrastructure or transportation projects, ideally with CRE/CEM experience.
• Proven ability to manage design interfaces, drive integration, and deliver coordinated multidisciplinary engineering solutions.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and manage technical teams effectively.
• Experience in engineering production environments and familiarity with building services or major station design.
• Comprehensive understanding of multidisciplinary design processes and quality delivery across all design stages.
• Proficiency with engineering software tools such as Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux, or Relux.
• Solid knowledge of relevant UK standards and regulations applicable to rail and infrastructure design.
• Experience implementing BIM Level 2 (ISO 19650) standards, including project mobilization and integration.
• Strong understanding of BIM standards, design integration procedures, and applicable legislation.
• In-depth knowledge of railway infrastructure systems, interfaces, and operational requirements.
• Excellent project and team management skills, with experience developing and implementing technical strategies.
• Strong background in quality assurance, rail engineering standards, and safety regulations (CDM, CSM, RIR).
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage, negotiate, and collaborate effectively.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement