Company Information

VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.

As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 70 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer to join our Major Projects, Panel South department based in the West Midlands. The position will report to the Engineering Manager and Senior Project Manager.

Key duties will include:

• Responsible for managing a team of junior engineering staff who will provide technical assistance to the Production Teams. Mentor and assist junior engineers in the accurate setting out of data provided.
• Act as CEM for your particular project, and act as CRE for your technical discipline where appropriate to a project
• Checking the integrity of data either by practical or theoretical means.

• Produce a plan of the works to be carried out by the engineering staff.
• Carry out and record periodic checks in line with Company procedures.
• Audit equipment used by the engineers to ensure calibration and certificated and ensure security and safety of such.
• Produce and maintain up to date Engineering Procedures.

Job Requirements

You will have gained significant demonstrable experience working within the Rail and Construction Industry. You will possess a ‘can-do’ attitude, excellent organisational ability and have working knowledge of client and industry interfaces and practices.

You must have a full driving licence, be self-motivated, flexible and have a proactive approach to work. It is a requirement that you have an Engineering degree, and it would be desirable to have Chartered status. Incorporated Engineer status or evidence of working towards it would be an advantage. You must be able to undertake the roles of Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) and Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) when required.

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

No agencies please.

Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

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