Senior Rail E&P Design Engineer

AECOM; Moor Side; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead projects in the Electrification & Power team. The role involves managing electrical designs for rail projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a strong background in low voltage systems and experience within the UK rail sector. The position offers hybrid work options and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Career development opportunities

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design and delivery of Electrification & Power systems.
• Deep knowledge of low voltage systems.
• Experience with UK rail sector and compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical design work packages.
• Provide technical and commercial oversight.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Electrical design

Collaboration

Risk management

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

BSc, BEng, or MEng in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (or working towards)

Tools

ETAP

AMTECH

ElectricalOM

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to take a lead role in our Electrification & Power (E&P) team within Transportation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical design professional with a passion for innovation, a strong technical foundation and a proven record of delivering complex rail infrastructure projects. You will take responsibility for the technical and commercial delivery of key rail projects, with a particular focus on low voltage (LV) systems, including Points Heating, Lighting, and Signalling Power. The team provides design, assessment, inspection, construction support and management services across a wide range of rail infrastructure projects. Our work spans the full lifecycle from feasibility studies and outline design through to detailed design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver: Lead and manage the delivery of electrical design work packages across rail infrastructure projects and act as Lead Engineer or Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE), ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and safety regulations
• Collaborate: Provide technical and commercial oversight, including design planning, risk management and quality assurance and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and constructible design solutions. Ensure designs comply with all relevant regulations, including CDM and Health & Safety legislation
• Thrive: Mentor and develop junior engineers and graduates, supporting them in their professional development and chartership journeys
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of Electrification & Power systems in the UK rail sector
• Deep knowledge of low voltage systems, particularly Points Heating, Lighting and Signalling Power
• Experience working to Network Rail, London Underground, Railway Group Standards, British Standards and Eurocodes
• Familiarity with the full project lifecycle - from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and construction support
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, design safety principles and risk assessment
• Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative and proactive mindset with the ability to lead, mentor and influence others
• Coordinate and perform site surveys, BSc, BEng, or MEng in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) with a recognised institution (e.g. IET)
• Strong Electrical Engineering background with Rail industry experience
• Proven track record in railway Electrification & Power design and delivery
• Experience in leading projects as a CRE or Lead Engineer
• Experienced in Points Heating, Signalling Power, Power system analysis, ETAP, AMTECH, ElectricalOM etc.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a wider delivery team

Qualifications

• Experience in Points Heating, Signalling Power, Stations, Earthing & Bonding, Power system analysis, ETAP, AMTECH, ElectricalOM etc.
• Coordinate and perform site surveys; BSc, BEng, or MEng in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) with a recognised institution (e.g. IET)
• Strong Electrical Engineering background with Rail industry experience

About AECOM

We are a leading global infrastructure firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle—from advisory, planning and design to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, energy and the environment, our clients trust us to solve complex challenges. We foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with extensive global opportunities.

Work with us to enjoy hybrid work options and a range of compensation, benefits and well-being programs. We provide opportunities for career development, access to technology and knowledge networks, and volunteering days. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diverse perspectives.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, join our team. We develop projects from concept through operation, providing engineering and construction services for multi-year, multimillion-dollar programs for major rail and transit agencies.