Principal Rail Traction Power / Substation Engineer

AECOM; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Principal Rail Traction Power/Substation Engineer in Leeds, UK. The selected candidate will oversee the delivery of complex traction power projects from feasibility to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include acting as Discipline Lead, providing technical leadership, and coordinating with project teams. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in high voltage systems and be chartered or working towards chartership. AECOM values diversity and is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in traction power and high voltage substation design.
• Experience delivering complex projects through feasibility, outline, and detailed design stages.
• Demonstrable experience acting as Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE) or Lead Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex rail projects ensuring client satisfaction.
• Act as Discipline Lead on projects focused on traction power.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship during project stages.

Skills

Traction power design

High voltage systems

Multidisciplinary coordination

Technical leadership

Health & Safety understanding

Education

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to enhance and grow our Electrification & Power team with a Principal Rail Traction Power / Substation Engineer. The role involves accepting responsibility for the technical and commercial delivery of key projects across the UK and potentially international projects. You will oversee the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and outline design to detailed design and construction support, ensuring designs are accurate, cost‑effective, constructable, and compliant with relevant codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex rail projects to client satisfaction, ensuring drawings and calculations are accurate.
• Act as Discipline Lead / CRE (Contractor’s Responsible Engineer) on key projects focused on traction power and high voltage substation systems.
• Lead the delivery of complex traction power and substation design packages across all project stages and provide technical leadership and mentorship.
• Work closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate and ensure efficient delivery.
• Maintain oversight of design assurance and governance, approve concept and detailed design documentation, and undertake final technical reviews.
• Undertake site visits and surveys to inform design development, resolve technical issues, and provide construction‑stage support.
• Assist in preparing technical input for bids and proposals, demonstrating strong understanding of Health & Safety and CDM requirements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in traction power and high voltage substation design.
• Demonstrable experience acting as CRE / Lead Engineer.
• Experience delivering complex projects through feasibility, outline, and detailed design stages.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary coordination and overseeing design teams.
• Chartered status, working toward chartership, or demonstrable experience operating at Principal level.
• Low voltage experience desirable but not essential.

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address [e-mail] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.