Senior Engineer(OLE)

Senior Engineer(OLE)Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared futureOur people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

The OpportunityWe have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior OLE Engineer to join our Consulting Rail team. With shared office locations in Birmingham, Derby, York, Bristol, Manchester, and Cardiff, we welcome applications from candidates across these regions.

About the Team As a Senior Engineer(OLE) on some of the UK’s most significant and complex rail infrastructure projects including Wales & Borders. We are proud to support major programmes such as Northern Powerhouse Rail, Eastern Routes Partnership, Northwest & Central Framework, Core Valley Lines, Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade, and Cardiff Crossrail.

Our in-house engineering team delivers design solutions across all project lifecycle stages and disciplines, driving improved connectivity, enhancing passenger journeys, and shaping the future of rail safety and efficiency.

These projects also provide a diverse range of opportunities for personal and professional development, whether you are working on long-term, high-value programmes or smaller, community-focused initiatives. With these frameworks in place, you will have the chance to influence infrastructure projects that shape the region’s future.

Our Engineers play an important part within the Consulting Rail team which deliver innovative and complex designs to our clients including Network Rail, Transport for Wales and others. The roleAs a Senior OLE Engineer, you will act as a team leader provide effective support and assistance to your Design Team Leader on a variety of Rail schemes, whilst taking the lead on projects and mentoring junior designers.

You will also oversee the production of technically sound deliverables for engineering commissions, such as in the preparation of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme.

Responsibilities include:To lead a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements, working unsupervised and supervising more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasksThe preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme.

Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions. Responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverablesLiaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc.

Contributing to the preparation of bids and the general work winning functionWorking on site, either on a visiting basis or in a full time but temporary role and including out-of-hours workingTo manage the actions of a small to medium sized, locally based single discipline technical team, including the people manager role when required by the business.

What you will bring to us:Developed experience and expertise within the Mechanical engineering discipline, probably gained in an engineer role or equivalent within Rail sector. Comprehensive knowledge of design processes and procedures relevant to the rail engineering disciplineAn ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound Rail engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirementsExperience in undertaking project-related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g.

Construction (Design and Management) RegulationsSuccessful completion of the initial professional development leading to either Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence and to the level defined by their educationA demonstrable commitment to their plan of action and key dates leading to successful completion of either the professional review or end point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licenceBachelor's or Master's degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learningWhat we can offer Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life.

You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Some of our benefits include:Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambitionCompetitive salary and compensationGenerous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays - holiday structureFamily friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependantMembership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within AmeyTwo Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunitiesAbout AmeyWho we areAmey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner.

We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. What we doWe advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careersApplication GuidanceDiversity and InclusionWe constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply todayWe may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Inspiring Impact Together#LI-PM1

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