Associate Director OLE

Egis; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking an experienced lead for the OLE/OCS design team in the UK & Ireland. You will drive growth of the OLE design services, mentor engineers, and build strong client relationships while delivering high-quality outcomes across complex rail projects.

The role requires Chartered Engineer status, UK design standards knowledge, and a track record in CRE/CEM functions within major infrastructure. Occasional international collaboration and travel expected.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in a numerate, scientific or engineering subject or equivalent training/experience.
• Chartered Engineer membership or equivalent from a recognised institution (e.g., IMechE or IET).
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary design approach and delivering projects to high quality across gates.
• Experience as CRE/CEM in major infrastructure/transport projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively to deliver on time to programme.
• Project and team-running experience in UK consultancy, client, or contractor organisations.
• Experience in a global engineering production environment.
• Knowledge of UK/international design standards (Network Rail, HS2, EN).
• Strong BIM standards understanding, design integration, and relevant legislation.
• Strong health and safety knowledge (CDM) and Safe by Design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth of the OLE design team and recruit/mentor staff.
• Drive sustainable growth and market position for OLE in rail.
• Maintain strong client relationships with senior-level engagement.
• Establish and maintain a professional OLE engineering team delivering high-quality services.
• Ensure on-time delivery of complex projects; provide senior intervention when needed.
• Act as OLE CRE and/or CEM in rail projects; oversee technical deliverables.
• Review and implement industry standards to ensure quality.
• Coordinate quality aspects per project Quality Management plan.
• Lead strategic oversight of Egis OLE engineering capabilities (resource planning, supplier strategy, recruitment).
• Define team competency and conduct professional reviews, training, mentoring.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Engineering management

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

BSc/BEng in Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Job description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy, and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 23,500 employees in over 70 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK, we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment, and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, and nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Job Description

Take the technical discipline lead engineering role in managing the Overhead Line Equipment (OLE)/Overhead Catenary System (OCS) design team for Egis Transportation in the UK and Ireland. Supporting the growth of OLE design services in the UK, Ireland and internationally across a range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• To lead growth of the Egis OLE team, recruitment of technical and staff and manage the mentoring of junior engineers
• Be responsible for driving sustainable growth and developing the group's market position across OLE within the Rail sector.
• Build strong and trusted client relationships, maintain regular senior-level engagement and embed a consistently client-focused culture
• Establish and maintain a professional OLE engineering team capable of delivering high-quality services to clients.
• Maintain personal accountability for the successful delivery of complex projects and provide senior intervention where required
• You may be required to act in the role of OLE CRE and/or CEM within rail projects; responsible for the technical deliverables across the project.
• Review, evaluate and implement industry standards to ensure compliance of the engineering deliverables to the standards (quality)
• Coordinate the Quality aspects of the OLE technical deliverables as per the project Quality Management plan principles.
• Review and approve (wherever applicable) all deliverables, act as a technical control level across projects.
• Lead strategic oversight of Egis OLE engineering capabilities, including:
  • Support management of OLE team resource planning,
  • supply chain partnership strategy, where required.
  • Strategic recruitment decisions.
• Define and maintain competency of the team within your discipline, including:
  • Competency assessment,
  • Professional reviews,
  • Training plan,
  • Guidance and mentoring to junior team members,

You may also work on:

• Bidding opportunities across the UK and International business: to support the growth of revenue and capability of Egis.
• Projects for multiple commissions across the UK and International business.

Qualifications

Essential experience and knowledge:

• BSc or similar in bachelor’s degree (BEng, BSc) in a Numerate, Scientific or Engineering subject or Higher Education/equivalent training and experience.
• Chartered Engineer membership or equivalent professional status from a recognised institution, such as IMechE or IET.
• A clear understanding of a multi-disciplinary design approach and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stage gates
• Extensive experience in Engineering / Technical functions, with experience as a Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE) / Engineering Manager (CEM) in major infrastructure/transportation projects
• Ability to communicate effectively to deliver on time to programme
• Project and team-running experience in UK consultancy, client, or contractor organisation
• Experience of working in a global engineering production environment
• Good knowledge of UK and international design standards, such as Network Rail, HS2, EN etc.
• Strong understanding of all relevant BIM standards, design integration procedures and relevant legislation
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, CDM requirements and Safe by Design principles

Leadership and personal characteristics:

• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers
• Excellent management skills with the ability to support, mentor and animate a team of engineers and technicians
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Location and travel:

As 90% of the OLE team is based in Derby, the ideal candidate would also be based in a commutable distance from Derby. However other UK Egis offices, such as Birmingham, Manchester, London would be considered – with the expectation the candidate would travel to the Derby office a minimum of 2 days per week.

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.