Project Engineering Manager (ETCS)

Matchtech; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering specialist company is seeking an experienced Project Engineering Manager to join their team in Derby on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will oversee complex Freight ETCS projects and ensure that engineering deliverables align with schedules and budgets. Key responsibilities include leading the engineering team, collaborating with management, and providing technical input to project solutions, focusing on compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• In-depth practical knowledge and experience of train systems design and installation including ETCS, TPWS, AWS, GSM-R, Wi-Fi, CCTV, and DAS.
• Strong approach to delivering technical work packages for complex projects.
• Experience in an operational and/or maintenance environment.

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.

Skills

ETCS

Rolling stock

Freight

Job description

ETCS, Freight, rolling stock installation projects expereince in and enginering management or Senor Project Engineering role

Key skills required for this role

ETCS, Rolling stock

Important

ETCS, Freight and Rolling Stock fit out projects

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:

• 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.
• 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.

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