Overview
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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, spanning 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; 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
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
* 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
Additional Information
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
* At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
* If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and our environmental, social and governance priorities.
We offer hybrid work options and a range of compensation, benefits and wellbeing programs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer, with accommodations available upon request.
Requirements and Employment Details
* 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
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