Lead Geotechnical & Off-Track Engineer – Metro Rail

Nexus; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave

Travel benefits

Health cash plan

Discount app

Career development

Job summary

Nexus is seeking an experienced Geotechnical & Off-Track Engineer to join Nexus Engineering as the technical lead for geotechnical and off-track matters across the Metro network. This role offers strategic influence, technical leadership and asset stewardship across a broad portfolio.

You will work on capital projects, maintenance and operational activities, providing expert advice, developing engineering standards and supporting major investment programmes to shape the future of public

Qualifications

• A relevant engineering degree, or equivalent industry experience within a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable geotechnical and off-track engineering experience.
• Knowledge of geotechnical and off-track engineering principles within a railway environment.
• Experience working with geotechnical and off-track engineering data, information and asset records.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, British Standards and industry guidance related to geotechnical and off-track engineering.
• Knowledge of wider engineering and construction regulations together with Health and Safety legislation.
• Experience producing technical specifications, reports, standards, procedures and engineering documentation.
• Experience assessing asset condition and supporting asset lifecycle management activities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues to a variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for geotechnical and off-track engineering matters across the Nexus estate.
• Provide specialist advice to project teams, maintainers, contractors, consultants and senior stakeholders.
• Lead geotechnical and off-track input into capital projects from concept and design through to construction and handover.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, strategies, specifications and technical guidance.
• Assess asset condition and develop lifecycle management strategies for earthworks, drainage systems, retaining structures and other off-track assets.
• Support audits, inspections, investigations and post‑incident reviews where specialist engineering expertise is required.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with legislation, standards and industry best practice.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset performance through innovation, technology and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Chartered Engineer status

Railway environment knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Geotechnical modelling software

Job description

Nexus is seeking an experienced Geotechnical & Off-Track Engineer to join Nexus Engineering as the technical lead for geotechnical and off-track matters across the Metro network. This role offers strategic influence, technical leadership and asset stewardship across a broad portfolio.

You will work on capital projects, maintenance and operational activities, providing expert advice, developing engineering standards and supporting major investment programmes to shape the future of public