System Safety Engineer (all levels) - Rail

WSP in the UK; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking System Safety Engineers to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on complex rail projects while developing your skills under the mentorship of industry leaders. You will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions. With a commitment to inclusivity and work-life balance, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the field of engineering safety. If you're passionate about your work and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Policy

Health and Wellbeing Program

Inclusive Work Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical engineering discipline or relevant experience required.
• Experience in system safety engineering and project management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide system safety support for large, complex projects.
• Lead smaller projects and conduct hazard identification workshops.

Skills

System Safety Engineering

Risk Assessment

Project Management

Engineering Safety Management

Knowledge of CSM-RA

Railway Discipline Knowledge

Cyber Security Awareness

Education

Degree in Technical Engineering

Post-graduate Experience

Tools

CENELEC EN 50126/8/9

EN50121 (EMC)

Job description

System Safety Engineer (all levels) - Rail

United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Providing system safety support and guidance to our clients on large, complex projects under the direction of our senior team.

• Taking a leading role on smaller projects, under the mentorship of our senior team. This could include:
  • Planning, supporting, and if required, chairing Hazard Identification and / or Risk Assessment workshops.
  • Preparing System Definitions, Safety Plans, Hazard Records and Safety Justification Reports; demonstrating the application of CSM-RA for rail projects that deliver technical, operational and/or organisational change.
• Working collaboratively with our clients and internal teams in the development of designs, technical standards, specifications and requirements for rail projects.
• Acting as Project Manager for smaller projects, with the support of our senior team.

A little more about your team…

WSP’s System Engineering, Integration and Assurance (SEIA) Group enables integrated, reliable and safe solutions using a holistic approach and proven methodologies delivering benefits, value and confidence to clients and all stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.

We are looking for System Safety Engineers to join our highly reputable team based at London, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham. This role provides a fantastic career opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complex UK and international rail projects, whilst developing your skills and experience under the guidance and mentorship of our industry-recognised senior team.

What we are looking for you to demonstrate…

• A degree in a technical engineering related discipline, or extensive relevant experience.
• Relevant post-graduate experience; in system safety engineering (rail desirable, but not essential).
• Corporate membership with an appropriate professional institution (e.g. SaRS, IET, IMechE).
• Professional registration, or working towards registration, as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer.
• Familiarity with Engineering Safety Management (e.g. iESM or Yellow Book).
• Knowledge and experience in the application of the Common Safety Method on Risk Evaluation and Assessment (CSM-RA) Regulation on UK rail projects.
• Knowledge and background in a mainline or metro railway discipline, e.g. signalling, telecoms, E&P.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of CENELEC EN 50126/8/9.
• Familiarity with EN50121 (EMC) and cyber security.
• Experience as an assessor (either Independent Safety Assessor or with an Assessment Body).
• Experience and / or formal qualifications in project and commercial management.
• Experience in the consultancy environment.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

Job Info

• Job Identification 64178
• Locations 11 Westferry Circus, London, E14 4HD, GB 1 Queen Street, Bristol, BS2 0HQ, GB 8 First Street, Manchester, M15 4RP, GB Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1RT, GB
• Posting Date 12/12/2024, 10:43 AM

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

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We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

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