Rail Systems Delivery Lead

WSP USA; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support package

WSP My Hour

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Delivery Engineer for the MetroLink programme in Ireland. You will act as technical lead for designated sub-systems, overseeing design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning, and coordinating across contractors and disciplines.

You will review submissions, manage interfaces, monitor progress, and support risk and safety reviews to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of Dublin's future railway infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in an engineering discipline.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership."
• Proven track record in assuring design deliverables (reports, layouts, schematics, calculations).
• Background in similar roles on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with site surveys and asset condition assessments.
• Ability to manage design resources and coordinate deliverables.
• Strong knowledge of project controls and technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for designated sub-systems, overseeing contractor activities across design, procurement, installation, testing, and delivery.
• Review technical submissions, system architectures, interface requirements, and equipment approvals for compliance with project requirements.
• Manage technical interfaces, RFIs, design changes, and coordination between contractors to support efficient delivery.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and issues, and implement solutions to maintain programme momentum.
• Support design reviews, technical assurance activities, and workshops covering safety, operability, maintainability, hazards, and risk management.
• Collaborate with Functional Discipline Engineers to ensure technical requirements are integrated across disciplines.
• Provide performance metrics, technical reporting, and updates to senior stakeholders.
• Prepare and review technical reports, schedules, interface documentation, and systems engineering deliverables.
• Ensure consistent application of quality processes and engineering standards throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Engineering degree

Chartered engineer

Design deliverables

Infrastructure projects

Site surveys

Resource management

Project controls

Technical report writing

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

WSP is seeking a Delivery Engineer for the MetroLink programme in Ireland. You will act as technical lead for designated sub-systems, overseeing design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning, and coordinating across contractors and disciplines.

You will review submissions, manage interfaces, monitor progress, and support risk and safety reviews to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of Dublin's future railway infrastructure.