Job Title: Principal Design Engineer - Temporary Works
Location: Pontyclun, South Wales
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
AmcoGiffen is a leading provider of engineering services. The in-house design team consists of specialist designers at various levels of competency responsible for design engineering on a variety of civils, rail and engineering projects and frameworks and are excited to be expanding with specialist temporary works designers required in Wales.
Job Summary:
As a Principal Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing technical Temporary Works solutions for a portfolio of engineering projects and frameworks throughout rail and non-rail infrastructure maintenance and improvement works. You will be involved in shaping and developing the temporary works design team in Wales and deliver high-quality designs that meet our clients' needs and exceed their expectations.
This is a lead role within the In‐house Design Team, responsible for the technical aspects of
engineering projects in addition to programming, resource allocation, budgetary control,
managing customer satisfaction, reviews, coaching and recruitment. As Principal Design Engineer, your day to day role will include:
* Provide definitive technical guidance and leadership on engineering solutions
* Lead the resolution of any compliances with CDM Regulations.
* Define the brief, enabling the progression of innovative development of unambiguous
engineering solutions from feasibility through to detailed design.
* Lead the development of design philosophies of engineering solutions, ensuring appropriate
documentation is in place.
* Hold the CRE (Design) role on Network Rail schemes, over a varied range of projects including multi‐disciplinary schemes.
* Check and approve design deliverables, including Designer’s Risk Assessments and Decision
Logs.
* Be the lead representative at meetings with internal and/or external Clients and
Stakeholders.
* Ensure work is delivered within the team’s financial, quality and programme targets
* Provide strong leadership and motivation of teams, carrying out scheduled performance and
development reviews for direct reports
* Mentor and coach team members, and input in to succession planning.
* Keep Clients informed of costs or implications of change in a timely manner, and address any
Queries / disputes which may arise.
* Assist the Head of Design in the management of the department
* Promote a culture of excellence in AmcoGiffen Design & Engineering towards its customers
Requirements
To excel in this role, you will have previous experience as a Principal Design Engineer for Temprary Works, in a rail project environment.
* Minimum IEng/CEng level of education.
* Chartered Member of a relevant Professional Body. (e.g. ICE / IStructE)
* Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence in both AC and DC.
* Civil engineering project design experience – i.e. bridges, structures, stations, platforms etc.
* Significant experience in technical design for rail, civils associated Temporary Works
* Candidates from a rail / civil & structural engineering design background with experience in client, contractor or consultancy organisations will be considered.
What We Offer:
* Competitive annual salary negotiable depending on experience
* Company Car or Car Allowance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Up to 3 volunteering days
* Company contributory Pension scheme
* Life Insurance
* Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards
* Generous Employee referral scheme
* Opportunities for personal and professional development
* A safe and supportive work environment
* Employee forums for feedback and discussion
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced Temporary Works, Principal Design Engineer looking for a new challenge, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you.