Job Description

 

Due to increased workload we are seeking to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer. The successful candidate will undertake and oversee production of E&P design activity, leading a dedicated Electrical Power design engineering team on projects. In addition, they will provide leadership and mentorship to junior design engineers.

Being an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer at Amey Consulting, you’ll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role you most enjoy. Whether it’s further training to broaden your skills, working more closely with your clients to build relationships, or having the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, our environment is one of collaboration and support where the direction of your career is led by you.

• Planning surveys and leading site survey teams
• Demonstrating a sound understanding of the design process
• Ability to undertake design work for electrical and lighting installations
• Undertaking CDM/risk analyses
• Checking designs to ensure all contractual requirements have been satisfied to a level that complies with Network Rail, British and European Standards
• Keeping up to date with current Network Rail, British and European Standards
• Managing the Electrical Power design for small projects
• Effective communication with the client including representing Amey Electrical Power design at client meetings for small projects
• Effective communication with other design/construction disciplines and sub-contractors
• Undertaking low complexity design cost estimates
• Developing and mentoring junior staff
• Deputising for the CRE when required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in electrical / power (or related) engineering Member of the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) and having either Incorporated or Chartered status Full UK driving licence 18th Edition of BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations Excellent level of computer literacy in Microsoft Office and Excel Highly proficient in the use of the English language (both written and spoken) Comprehensive knowledge of Network Rail, British and European electrical and lighting Standards Good understanding of systems engineering including the Verification & Validation and RAMS processes Good understanding of CDM and CSM processes with good skills for managing hazards and risks Good understanding of project and engineering management processes and structures Demonstrates excellent commercial awareness Ideally 7+ years’ experience working in electrical design, preferably in railway electrical power design (e.g. signalling power, points heating, HV, lighting and building services, etc.) An ability to identify innovative solutions to problems, with an interest in the application and promotion of energy reduction techniques Good organisational and leadership skills Some experience with leading teams during site surveys Uses clear communication lines within the electrical design team Self-motivated and pro-active in terms of checking and supervising design production