High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer

F8 FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED; Birmingham, Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial Construction is recruiting a High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer to support the HS2 track infrastructure project in the design and construction phases. You will coordinate CMS design interfaces across disciplines and work with partners and client representatives to deliver buildable solutions.

The role is based at our Birmingham office with some travel to London and other project locations, offering a pathway to technical leadership within a global infrastructure group.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Railway Engineering and railway industry experience.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary railway infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Cable Management System (CMS) – Lead the day-to-day coordination of the track side Cable Management System design across the HS2 Track Infrastructure Contract. Manage CMS design interfaces with permanent works, temporary works, rail systems, civil engineering disciplines, and construction activities.
• Ballastless Track Design – Support the management and coordination of HS2 ballastless track design, including standard slab track systems, switches and crossing and REDs. Assist the Track Design Lead in managing design interfaces between track, rail systems, and civil infrastructure.
• Stakeholder & Project Coordination – Maintain strong working relationships with designers, contractors, suppliers, and client representatives. Coordinate multidisciplinary meetings and ensure actions are effectively managed through to completion.

Skills

Railway engineering

Stakeholder management

Interface coordination

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Railway Engineering

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair. Why Ferrovial? Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference. Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation. Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth. Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health. Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer We are recruiting a High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer to support the delivery of the HS2 Track Infrastructure Project during its design and construction phases. This role is ideally suited to an engineer who has experience within the rail industry. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in both railway systems integration and high-speed track engineering. Reporting to the Track Design Lead, you will take responsibility for coordinating the Cable Management System (CMS) design and delivery across the HS2 route, while also supporting the management and delivery of ballastless track design solutions. You will work closely with design partners, construction teams, supply chain partners, client representatives, and Rail Systems Alliance members to ensure the successful integration of rail systems and track infrastructure.

Location

This role is based at our HS2 Project Office at Birmingham Snow Hill, with occasional travel to project and stakeholder locations in Birmingham and London.

What You'll Be Doing

• Cable Management System (CMS) – Lead the day-to-day coordination of the track side Cable Management System design across the HS2 Track Infrastructure Contract. Manage CMS design interfaces with permanent works, temporary works, rail systems, civil engineering disciplines, and construction activities. Coordinate design development activities, including the review of drawings, specifications, technical submissions, and design deliverables. Work closely with designers, suppliers, construction teams, and client stakeholders to deliver compliant and buildable solutions. Track design progress and ensure deliverables are completed in line with programme requirements. Support technical assurance activities throughout the design, construction, and handover phases. Ensure CMS designs comply with client standards, industry regulations, and CDM requirements. Identify and manage technical risks, opportunities, and design changes.
• Ballastless Track Design – Support the management and coordination of HS2 ballastless track design, including standard slab track systems, switches and crossing and REDs. Assist the Track Design Lead in managing design interfaces between track, rail systems, and civil infrastructure. Coordinate technical reviews and support the resolution of track design issues. Participate in design and construction meetings, providing technical input and support. Review track monitoring reports, certifications, and technical documentation. Assist with design optimisation studies, value engineering initiatives, and innovation opportunities. Support the management of track-related technical queries, departures, NCRs, compensation events, and other commercial or contractual matters.
• Stakeholder & Project Coordination – Maintain strong working relationships with designers, contractors, suppliers, and client representatives. Coordinate multidisciplinary meetings and ensure actions are effectively managed through to completion. Support programme delivery by ensuring design outputs align with construction requirements. Contribute to a culture of safety, sustainability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Essential: Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience working within the railway industry. Experience working on multidisciplinary railway infrastructure projects. Understanding of railway systems integration and interface management. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to coordinate multiple technical interfaces and work collaboratively across project teams. Proactive, organised, and willing to take ownership of technical deliverables.
• Desirable: Experience within track, rail systems, MEP, or cable management design. Knowledge of ballastless track systems and high-speed railway infrastructure. Familiarity with Network Rail, HS2, or international railway design standards. Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE, PWI, IMechE, or equivalent professional institution. Experience supporting design assurance and construction delivery activities on major infrastructure projects. Passion for innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the rail sector.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious railway engineer to take ownership of a key rail systems discipline while developing broader experience in high-speed track design. The role offers significant exposure to one of Europe’s largest infrastructure projects and provides a clear pathway towards future technical leadership and engineering management responsibilities. Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

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