My client a leading contractor to the rail sector require a Senior Test and Commissioning Engineer to join them on a permanent basis at their York office.

As the Senior Test and Commissioning Engineer you will work closely with Site and Project Managers and all third-party workers to ensure a coordinated commissioning process is carried out. This will extend to working and collaborating with the client, external approved suppliers and or other third parties.

Your responsibilities within the role are as follows;

• Responsible for leading the successful commissioning into service of new electrification equipment.
• Lead the Co-ordination of site activities to ensure timely and efficient execution of the commissioning process.
• Final quality checks and tests prior to entry into Service.
• Compilation of the Site Commissioning Report and Quality documentation.
• Return of as installed records to the design department.
• Work with Client and Infrastructure Operators to ensure a co-ordinated approach to the commissioning and entry into service process.
• Ensuring compliance at all times to company Business Management Systems, Safety working policies, standards, procedures and standard practices as well as those applicable to Network Rail or other client infrastructure in all aspects of the commissioning process as required under the CDM regulations.
• Have a good understanding of HSQE legislation and procedures and follow the same in the approach to commissioning activities.
• Providing support to the design team that covers cross discipline work streams to provide an integrated solution for the customer
• Ensuring sufficient resources are obtained in a timely manner to meet programme commitments
• Ensuring productive and cost-effective use of technical resources to achieve company targets, margins and profit
• Assisting with the development of Tender estimates and documentation for new opportunities
• Deputise for the Test & Commissioning Manager as and when required
• Positively influencing commissioning and construction safety performance and aims for zero accidents
• Supporting the project commercial process with the Commercial Manager and ensure all design change requests are quantified on site to capture costs.
• Maintaining effective communications with all project participants to ensure contract delivery
• Taking an active role in leading the local coaching of junior /less experienced staff to ensure the developmental needs of both the individual and the business are met

Experience required for this opportunity;

• Degree, HND or HNC qualification in a relevant subject are and extensive test and commissioning experience within the rail environment
• Network Rail traction supplies are typically 25kV or 50KV autotransformer derived. Traction supplies are derived from DNO supplies at 132kV and National Grid at 400kV. Experience of either supply voltage is desirable.
• Ability to lead small/medium sized teams in their day-to-day activities
• Holding a Rail Level A or Level B competence would be advantageous
• Demonstrable experience of leading Testing & Commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of Railway Electrification Infrastructure.
• Experience of factory Integration Testing (FIT) and subsequent Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) following delivery and siting of the modular buildings is desirable Experience and knowledge of relevant engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrable AC and DC electrification commissioning experience desirable.

In return for your expertise, you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes a company van or car allowance, 26 days holiday, a company performance related bonus and an excellent pension scheme

If you are looking for an exciting role that offers a chance to develop your skills and gives exposure to a range of exciting projects within the rail sector, please get in touch today to find out more.

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