Principal Rail E&P Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading the design and delivery of LV and HV substations for rail projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will engage in business development, foster client relationships, and manage project specifications while supporting a culture of diversity and inclusion. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation in infrastructure design, where your contributions will help shape the future of rail projects across the UK.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive benefits

Culture of inclusion and growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in LV and HV substation design for rail projects.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, assess, and manage rail project delivery including feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with teams to develop concept and detailed designs.

Skills

LV and HV substation design

Business development

Client relationship management

Project delivery

Technical report preparation

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

BEng in Electrical Engineering

MEng in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer or working towards

Job description

Our team has an established track record of successfully delivering major multidisciplinary rail projects from our regional offices in London and Croydon, interfacing with other regional teams and Global design centres.

Position Overview

We are seeking to expand our team with a Principal Electrical Design Engineer who shares our enthusiasm and determination to support our growing workload.

Key Responsibilities

1. Proven experience in LV and HV substation design, with successful delivery of rail projects meeting client standards, ensuring accuracy, economic, constructability, and compliance with relevant codes and standards.
2. Strong business development and client relationship skills, with the ability to develop and manage team members' work.
3. Provide design, assessment, inspection, construction support, and management services across various rail projects, including feasibility studies, outline, and detailed designs.
4. Technical and commercial project delivery, with a focus on developing AECOM’s rail LV and substation capabilities within the Electrification and Power team.
5. Collaborate with project teams, develop concept and detailed designs, check drawings and documentation, and prepare technical reports.
6. Support development of project specifications, attend site during construction, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards including CDM.

Qualifications

• BSc, BEng, or MEng in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer or working towards, with membership in a professional institution
• Experience with Network Rail, London Underground, Railway Group Standards, British Standards, and Eurocodes is preferred.

Additional Information

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodations, please contact us at [email].

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across various sectors. We offer flexible working options, comprehensive benefits, and a culture of inclusion and growth.

Join us to be part of a leading firm dedicated to creating a better world through infrastructure and design.