Design Engineer

To be responsible for the engineering development of allocated proposals from clarification of remit to project completion managing so that the engineering solutions to proposals are developed to best satisfy the business case.

• Support the design authority for GSM-R operational design and requirements, creating and checking design documentation to deliver safe GSM-R call routing implementation in accordance with the relevant standards.
• Manage so that the development remit for a proposal properly describes the engineering requirements, scope, possibilities, and operational performance targets and maintain a robust challenge to sponsoring engineers and managers, in order to monitor and value manage the business and technical remit and thereby optimise the business case.
• Monitor so that all engineering and development activities result in schemes that are affordable and that meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality.
• Manage the development of suitable engineering options for a proposal so that full consideration is given to safety, reliability, operational capacity modelling, maintainability, ease of construction, and environmental/whole life issues.
• Maintain strict change control on scope development; evaluate cost, time and performance impacts in conjunction with development management.
• Participate in the selection of a single option for further development. Prepare or monitor preparation of reports, papers etc as necessary.
• Manage to the development of the selected single option.
• Manage all engineering and development activities so that they result in schemes that are affordable, and that meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality.
• Prepare the full engineering data package required for commencement of the detailed design and participate in answering on-going clarifications/queries as needed.
• Support the Construction Design Management (COM) Planning Supervisor during GRIP stages 2 to 4 in all associated duties and carry out or monitor cross-discipline engineering checks of all relevant aspects of the proposal.
• Carry out independent checking of GSM-R configuration design, particularly where it is the bearer of safety critical signalling such as ETCS.
• Resource adequately the feasibility stages of project development, in both the quality and quantity of Network Rail and supplier staff, and in the use of the most appropriate support equipment.
• Manage the engineering interfaces of allocated proposals with concurrent work in other disciplines, or within other programmes.
• Act as or liaise with the appropriate Project Engineer during stages 2-4 monitoring so that method statements for site works and surveys are produced and accepted to the required standards.
• Monitor, assess, evaluate and audit Consultants and Contractors during project stages 2-4.
  
  An engineering degree or equivalent experience
• A demonstrable aptitude for option development
• Strong evaluation and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of rail engineering, the principal discipline and an adequate understanding of all other related disciplines
• An ability to work and communicate effectively in a team context
• An appreciation of all the life cycle stages of rail infrastructure
Desirable
• Experience of GSM-R design
• Membership of a relevant engineering professional institution
• Experience in design, installation and maintenance
• Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment
• COM, Risk assessment and external audit competency
  
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Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you! About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance. We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.Brief Description We are committed to designing engineering solutions that meet stakeholder call routing requirements. Our mission is to deliver safe, secure, and reliable driver-signaller communications while ensuring full compliance with company standards. Be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and reliability. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals keen to broaden their knowledge in GSM-R. Become a valued member of the Operational GSM-R design team within the DDaT group. The railway has seen nearly 200 years of technology and innovation that has transformed how we provide services to passengers and freight customers. Technology is continuing to transform the railway industry. Imagine an exciting environment where Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) are not just buzzwords but the driving force behind every operation, every decision, and every solution. As part of the DDaT directorate, you have a unique opportunity to enable our customers and industry partner with modern and transformative technology. From the day-to-day IT operations that keeps a national railway running, to the extensive delivery programmes that our helping to reshape the railway – we are at the forefront of all of it. We operate with a talented and passionate workforce, fostering empowered individuals and teams who understand that technology is not just a tool – it's the catalyst for progress, especially in an ever-demanding industry where change is a constant. Get ready to embark on a journey where your skills will not just be utilised; they'll be honed and expanded. You're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a collective force helping to build and operate a railway fit for the next 200 years!

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application. Network Rail Benefits - We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions. Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days. Defined benefit pension scheme. 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets. Up to 75% off leisure travel. ️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets. Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements. ️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact. Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more. We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments Plus, more…. We are proud to be recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality for the third year in a row.