OLE Lead Design Engineer

 

We are currently working very closely with one of the leading engineering contractors, who are looking at expanding their internal design team by recruiting an OLE Lead Design Engineer to be based in Derby. Working with this group you will be exposed to stimulating projects such as the Midland Mainline and much more. You will have the chance to provide technical leadership, line management and assist in the training and professional development of the OLE engineering team as well as ensuring all work completed is of the highest quality and totally compliant with the latest legislative changes in the world of rail.

The candidates duties will include:

• Performance Reviews to the team leaders and training the team where necessary.
• Estimating & Tenders. Producing & reviewing OLE design estimates, alongside associated detailed scope, exclusions, risks & design methodology.
• Resource Management. Working with Design Managers and Heads to ensure that the OLE design team are productive and moving team members around the different teams.
• Continuously monitor, develop & enforce checking processes & recording to ensure quality, drive efficiency & evidence targeted feedback to the OLE design team members.
• Investigating new tools & technologies throughout the industry.
• Being responsible for the OLE design team to produce all technical and design deliverables in accordance with Network Rail and client requirements.
• Attend Standards & Health & Safety Briefings & feedback to OLE design team.
• Responsible for the implementation of all technical standards, basic design range drawings and other technical related documentation into the OLE design teams processes & tools.
• Acting as a CRE when required to support the team.
• Responding to site queries and giving specialist technical support
• Meet and communicate with clients representatives to ensure projects are delivered to meet their technical requirements from tender to final handover.
• Chair & Record lessons learned at the end of each design project, feeding these into competence management, training, development & future tenders.
• Ensure that up to date records of individual projects are maintained and are available for audit purposes.
• Provide technical advice to Depot and Stores Manager on OLE material technical issues including identification of defect items and site campaign changes.
• Ensure that all OLE designs are produced in accordance with CDM Regulations and take account of the Companys Environmental Awareness and Education Module.

Job Requirements:

• Chartered engineer or working towards chartership.
• Degree qualified.
• Minimum of 8 years rail experience.
• Experience on large projects from Grip staged 3-8.
• OLE Design experience suitable enough to be signed off as a CRE by the client.
• Fully computer literate, including CAD software & Microsoft Office.

This opportunity is, as stated, available to any suitable candidate in Derby or to candidates willing to travel from neighbouring areas such as Nottingham, Burton Upon Trent & Sawdlincote. If you are at all interested in this role, please do not hesitate to contact Leo at Critical Project Resourcing!