Design Engineer (Railway)

Gibb; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Railway Sector. This role focuses on innovative railway design solutions, ensuring accuracy and quality in various projects, including passenger and freight rail systems. The ideal candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage project deliverables, and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. If you are passionate about making a difference in infrastructure and possess a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in railway design and engineering.
• Strong technical skills in design calculations and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative railway design solutions using advanced software.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.

Skills

Railway Engineering

Technical Specification Development

Project Management

3D Modeling

Quality Assurance

Cost Estimation

Client Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Railway Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Design Engineer (Per Way) - Railway Sector

GIBB is a multi-award-winning partner of choice for the private sector, state-owned enterprises, and governments.

We have the proven experience, talent, and expertise to respond to the numerous infrastructure demands and needs of the continent. Our Transportation Sector is engaged in several large and exciting projects and is looking for talented individuals.

If you want to make a difference in people's lives and become an expert in your field, we invite you to apply for the challenging roles available. We are currently seeking a talented Design Engineer (Per Way) to complement our team.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as the Railway Engineer on planning studies, preliminary design studies, and final design of passenger rail, freight rail, private sidings, and standard gauge railway projects.

The Railway Engineer will coordinate, cooperate, and collaborate with other multidisciplinary team members and external specialist service providers. Additionally, the role involves supporting business development functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Drive innovative railway design solutions using advanced computer software while adhering to established standards and procedures.
2. Deliver specialized technical expertise across railway studies and designs, ensuring accuracy and quality of outcomes.
3. Develop and review comprehensive technical specifications, design calculations, 3D models, and documentation.
4. Perform technical quality assurance reviews to maintain compliance with quality, safety, and corporate standards.
5. Lead and coordinate small to medium-sized teams of multidisciplinary design engineers.
6. Participate in and lead interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
7. Manage deliverables within agreed budgets and timelines with minimal supervision.
8. Consult with authorities to secure necessary technical approvals.
9. Develop accurate construction cost estimates and resource planning forecasts.
10. Present technical solutions to clients with clarity and professionalism.
11. Participate in client meetings to gather requirements, explain design rationale, and address technical queries.
12. Contribute to bid development and proposal preparation.
13. Build and maintain strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams and external specialists.
14. Identify opportunities to enhance existing processes and develop innovative solutions for new challenges.
15. Apply problem-solving approaches by adapting standard procedures based on past project learnings.
16. Contribute to improving methodologies and best practices.
17. Maintain cutting-edge technical knowledge and capabilities in railway engineering.