Associate Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to manage a design team for the prestigious Old Oak Common project. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality deliverables while promoting innovation and sustainability within the engineering office. With a strong emphasis on leadership and technical expertise, this is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a rich background in infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Sustainability initiatives involvement

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in Engineering / Technical functions.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a Contractor’s Responsible Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design responsibilities for the Old Oak Common project.
• Coordinate activities of the design team, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Mentor junior team members and promote sustainable design.

Skills

Management skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor Degree (BEng, BSc) in Engineering

Chartered Engineer/Technician membership

Tools

Trimble

Amtech Pro Design

Dialux

Relux

Job description

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The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

The role is based in Southwark up to 4 days a week.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Take the lead engineering role in managing the Electrical design team for Egis, and predominately the Old Oak Common Station project, as part of Egis-VVB Engineering joint venture ‘Anthro’
• Electrical CRE within OOC, responsible for the consistency of the deliverables across the project.
• Lead the Anthro London design office and create a positive working environment
• Plan and co-ordinate the activities of the design team (CAD/BIM, engineers, expert resources)
• Liaise with Client’s team for all related issues or decisions, represent design teams in meetings, provide technical opinion or support whenever needed
• Proactively review design documentation to ensure compliance to standard and requirements
• Review, evaluate and implement rail industry standards to ensure compliance of the engineering deliverables to the standards (quality)
• Coordinate the Quality aspects of the electrical sub-systems deliverables as per the project Quality Management plan principles
• Review and approve (wherever applicable) all deliverables, act as a technical control level across projects
• Maintain and develop competency of the team within your discipline, including:
• Competency assessment, Professional reviews, Training plan, Guidance and mentoring to junior team members And support the senior team in growing the technical capability of the discipline/business
• Support the senior team to implement efficient processes to manage safety assurance (including CDM, CSM-RA and interoperability), and Verification and Validation (V&V) technical assurance
• Promote sustainable design and development
• Promotion and encouragement of innovation
• Capitalization of the acquired know-how to share it across projects

Qualifications/experience

• BSc or similar in Bachelor Degree (BEng, BSc) in a Numerate, Scientific or Engineering subject or Higher Education/equivalent training and experience.
• Chartered Engineer/Technician membership or equivalent professional status from a recognised institution
• 10-15 years of experience in Engineering / Technical functions, with at least 5 years’ experience as a Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE) / Engineering Manager (CEM) in major infrastructure/transportation projects
• Proven capability in managing design interfaces and leading integration processes.
• Ability to motivate and drive multi-disciplinary engineering teams to work together and deliver high quality outputs
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• A railway background, preferably in Building Services / Major Stations
• A clear understanding of our multi-disciplinary design approach and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stage gates
• Strong knowledge of engineering software tools including Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux or Relux
• Good knowledge of UK design standards, such as Network Rail, HS2 and TfL
• Experience of Implementing BIM Level 2 Accreditation / Certification to ISO 19650 within a Business Environment
• Track record of mobilizing teams to ISO19650 on project kick offs
• Excellent understanding of all relevant BIM standards, design integration procedures and relevant legislation
• Excellent knowledge of railway infrastructure, systems, and operating requirements
• Excellent management skills with the ability to support, mentor and animate a team of engineers and technicians
• Significant experience of developing and implementing strategies for projects and programmes
• Excellent knowledge of quality assurance
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of rail engineering, including Network Rail and associated rail standards, and related regulations (CDM, CSM, RIR)
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers
• Excellent engineering, analytical and problem-solving abilities

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.

This job profile has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performance by employees within this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications / experience required by employees assigned to the role. This job profile may be subject to future amendments following appropriate discussion.

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.