Rail Engineering Manager

Access Talent Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Dublin is seeking a Rail Engineering Manager. You will lead rail projects across Ireland, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in rail engineering and experience managing teams. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in rail engineering.
• 3+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering major rail infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary rail engineering projects.
• Provide technical oversight across rail systems.
• Manage a team of engineers and technical staff.
• Liaise with clients including Irish Rail and NTA.
• Support business development through bid preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Technical direction

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Railway Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Civil & Structural Engineering, Transport Infrastructure

Contact Ciaran Hall the consultant managing this role.

As Rail Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership, coordination, and technical direction of rail projects across Ireland and beyond. This is a strategic role that requires a strong combination of technical excellence, team leadership, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multi-disciplinary rail engineering projects through all stages of design and delivery.
• Provide technical oversight across rail systems including track, signalling, electrification, and civil works.
• Manage a team of engineers and technical staff, providing mentorship and career development.
• Liaise with public and private sector clients including Irish Rail, NTA, and global stakeholders.
• Support business development through bid preparation, client engagement, and proposal writing.
• Ensure compliance with local and international safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement engineering processes and best practices aligned with global company standards.
• Coordinate with other discipline leads across transportation, environment, and planning.

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Railway Engineering (or related discipline).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in rail engineering, including 3+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering major rail infrastructure projects (preferably in Europe or the UK).
• Strong understanding of railway systems design, construction, and operational integration.
• Experience working within consultancy or client-side organisations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Experience with Irish transport sector stakeholders (e.g., Irish Rail, TII, NTA).
• Familiarity with BIM and digital delivery platforms.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards in transport infrastructure.

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