Global Lead Design Engineer, OCS — Hybrid & Travel

Osiris Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Osiris Recruitment seeks an experienced Lead Design Engineer to oversee the Overhead Contact System (OCS) design for electric transportation projects. The role requires leadership of a multidisciplinary team and collaboration across electrical, mechanical, civil, and project management functions.

You will develop and review design concepts, perform feasibility studies, and ensure safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Hybrid work with international travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with advanced credentials a plus.
• 15+ years of proven experience in OCS design or electric transportation systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical design principles and relevant tools.
• Proficiency in CAD for detailed drawings and familiarity with simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers for OCS design and development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project goals and requirements.
• Develop and review OCS design concepts considering safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for proposed designs.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Stay updated on industry standards and regulations related to electric transportation.
• Perform simulations, calculations, and analyses to validate designs.
• Coordinate with external vendors for materials and components.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate progress and challenges to stakeholders.
• Assist in budgeting, timelines, and resource allocation planning.
• Lead testing and validation efforts to ensure project compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Engineering leadership

OCS design

Electrical systems

Mechanical design

Project management

CAD

MATLAB

ANSYS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MATLAB

ANSYS

Job description

Osiris Recruitment seeks an experienced Lead Design Engineer to oversee the Overhead Contact System (OCS) design for electric transportation projects. The role requires leadership of a multidisciplinary team and collaboration across electrical, mechanical, civil, and project management functions.

You will develop and review design concepts, perform feasibility studies, and ensure safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Hybrid work with international travel is expected.