Assistant Design Engineer- Geotechnics

Network Rail

1mo ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior & Mid Level

Requirements

IRSE Designer licence or equivalent for non-signalling assets.
A demonstrable aptitude for option development.
Strong evaluation and decision-making skills.
A working knowledge of rail engineering; relevant successful experience working in 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.
Construction design management, risk assessment and external audit competencies.
An engineering degree or equivalent industry-recognised training qualification.
Membership of a relevant engineering professional institution.
Experience in design, installation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

1. Analyse development remits, to help maintain a robust challenge to sponsoring engineers and managers, and take part as required in value management and risk identification/ analysis activities.
2. Undertake the development of suitable engineering options for a proposal considering safety, reliability, operational capacity modelling, maintainability, ease of construction, and environmental/whole life issues. Engineering excellence is to be supported by:
3. Maintain strict change control on scope development; evaluate cost, time, and performance impacts in conjunction with development management.
4. Participate in the selection of a single option for further development. Prepare or monitor preparation of reports, papers, drawings, sketches, etc as necessary.
5. Manage single option design as above.
6. Prepare the full engineering data package required for commencement of the detailed design and participate in answering clarifications/queries as needed.
7. Support GRIP stages 2 to 4 in all associated duties and carry out cross-discipline engineering checks of all relevant aspects of the proposal, in association with engineers of other disciplines.
8. Undertake design calculations to relevant design codes to support scheme development.
9. Produce CAD design drawings and / or manage CAD technicians where required.
10. Manage site visits including the production of task briefing sheets.
11. Identify where additional data gathering is required to develop a design scheme.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position being advertised?

The job title is Assistant Design Engineer - Geotechnics.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Stockport, GB.

What department will the Assistant Design Engineer be working in?

The Assistant Design Engineer will be working in the AY Project Manager, Internal Design Team, Direct department.

What is the main responsibility of the Assistant Design Engineer?

The main responsibility is to produce designs and specifications supporting the engineering development of allocated proposals, from the clarification of remit to the completion of single option feasibility work and handover into detailed design.

Is this a remote work position?

Yes, this is a hybrid role requiring working time spent between the office and working from home.

What kind of experience or qualifications are preferred for this role?

It is desirable to have an engineering degree or equivalent industry-recognized training qualification, along with experience in design, installation, and maintenance.

What are some key tasks that the Assistant Design Engineer will be responsible for?

Key tasks include analyzing development remits, developing engineering options, maintaining change control, preparing engineering data packages, and producing CAD design drawings.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include strong evaluation and decision-making capabilities, the ability to work effectively in a team, and a working knowledge of rail engineering.

What benefits does Network Rail offer for this position?

Benefits include a starting salary of £29,000 per annum, 28 days holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays), discounted offers for childcare and healthcare, and subsidies on rail and underground season tickets.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is the 8th of August 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

What should applicants be aware of concerning drug and alcohol testing?

All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test, with policies in place for handling positive results.

Network Rail

Transportation

Industry

10,001+

Employees

2002

Founded Year

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