Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimise designs and estimate scope of works for electrical systems such as but not limited to:
• Traction Power Supply Systems/Traction Substations
• Tunnel electromechanical systems
• Catenary
• SCADA
• EMC and Rolling Stock interfaces
• Review and verify client preliminary designs and feasibility studies
• Prepare Invitations to Tender leading the full tender cycle from Tender Pack (BoQs and Specification), bid evaluations, tender clarifications, contract negotiations and award.
• Contract management of relevant subcontracts from award, review of design, factory inspection, site delivery, installation, and final account.
• Undertaking reviews as required of contractor technical submittals, (including fabrication drawings, method statements and work package plan where obligated by third party agreements only).
• Providing office Field Engineering input to the Request for Information and Compliance processes and where directed, seeking input from ERG Group Railway Systems discipline specialists.
• Determining need (with the Client Representative) to engage Railway Systems for interpretation or approval of design changes or non-conformances that constitute design changes.
• Providing input into engineering solutions / field sketches / specifications to resolve site-based queries and coordinating resolution of issues with the Engineering Manager/Railway Systems where required (and where it is not the responsibility of the contractor).
• Keeping the Representative informed of technical issues on site.
• Monitoring the contractor in ensuring that proper processes are identified and implemented to achieve contractual quality compliance.
• Supporting the Representative in the review and acceptance of contractor construction records and associated certification packages.
• Receiving and commenting on contractor daily reports.
• Supporting the Representative in the review and acceptance of the Contractor's Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Providing input to the Non-Compliance Reports and Punch Works process at contract level seeking support as required from ERG Group Railway Systems discipline specialists and other specialist functions in evaluating conformances and assessing contractor recommended dispositions.
• To review and accept evidence to show compliance with Requirements Management/DOORS requirements and PWHR hazards.
• To lead on resolution of M&E assurance issues raised by the Infrastructure Maintainer.

Role Specific Requirements:

• BEng/ MEng degree educated Electrical Engineering. Preferably chartered with a relevant institution or at least working towards chartership
• 8+ years of experience of design and construction experience in electrical systems within a railway environment working on similar infrastructure projects
• Have knowledge and experience of cable management systems, EMC, LV, and HV protection.
• Previous work for EPC contractors in specification, procurement, and delivery of electrical systems
• Desirable to have experience in the rail industry
• Understanding of relevant industry standards
• Experience managing subcontractor design work