Project Engineering Manager (ETCS)

Randstad Cpe London; Derby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm seeks to hire a skilled Project Engineering Manager (ETCS) for a long-term contract in Derby, contributing to a key Freight ETCS project focused on UK railway developments. The successful candidate will oversee on-board engineering teams, ensuring the successful implementation of complex engineering projects from design through production and testing phases, requiring significant knowledge of train systems and proven project management skills.

Qualifications

• Essential experience in ETCS, TPWS, AWS, GSM-R, Wi-Fi, CCTV, and DAS.
• Strong technical work package delivery for complex projects.
• Knowledge of depot procedures and site safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the On Board Engineering team to ensure project deliverables are implemented according to schedules.
• Monitor engineering plans and report progress against budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate with team leaders to enhance project efficiency.
• Provide technical and commercial input for optimal solution determination.

Skills

In-depth practical knowledge of train systems design

Experience delivering installation projects for rail vehicles

Ability to understand installation design requirements

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical design documentation

Experience liaising with subcontractors

Education

Vocational or equivalent

Job description

Currently seeking a skilled Project Engineering Manager (ETCS) to join a dynamic engineering team on a contract basis based out of Derby.
Long term Contract
Outside IR35 - Rate Negotiable depending on experience and skills.
3days per week in Derby and willingness to travel to other Midlands based production facilities.

The role is centred around a Freight ETCS project, aiming to support the rollout of ETCS to the UK Freight Fleet. This project spans various stages from design to fleet production and type testing, offering a comprehensive and challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the On Board Engineering team to ensure project deliverables are understood and implemented according to schedules.
• Ensure the engineering community creates and monitors engineering plans, reporting progress against budget and timelines.
• Collaborate with the Head of Engineering and Work Package Managers to achieve efficiencies in project and engineering delivery.
• Provide key technical, product, and commercial input to determine the most appropriate solutions.

Job Requirements:

Essential:

• In-depth practical knowledge and experience of train systems design and installation including ETCS, TPWS, AWS, GSM-R, Wi-Fi, CCTV, and DAS.
• Experience of delivering installation projects related to rail vehicles modifications.
• Strong approach to delivering technical work packages for complex projects.
• Ability to understand and capture installation design requirements for subsystems.
• Knowledge of both electrical and mechanical design documentation processes.
• Experience producing compliance information to adhere to requirements and standards.
• Understanding of depot procedures and site safety.
• Experience liaising with subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Desirable:

• Understanding of Freight Locomotives.
• Knowledge of implementing ETCS and/or CBTC systems and GSM-R systems.
• Experience in an operational and/or maintenance environment.
• Proven experience in major sub-contract environments.
• Experience reviewing product installation designs

If you are an experienced Project Engineering Manager with a solid background in ETCS systems and looking for a challenging role in the railway rolling stock sector, apply now to join this critical and exciting project.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational or equivalent