We’re looking for a Principal Rail Engineer to join our vibrant London team and help shape the future of rail infrastructure.If you’re passionate about innovative engineering solutions, mentoring others, and delivering exceptional results, this is the role for you!

What You’ll Do:

As a Principal Rail Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering exceptional civil engineering solutions for rail infrastructure projects. From feasibility studies to detailed designs, you’ll play a critical role in every stage of the project lifecycle.

Lead Project Delivery: Manage and deliver rail infrastructure designs, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with industry standards.

Innovate: Lead the design and delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects, creating solutions that balance technical precision with creative thinking.

Collaborate: Partner with multi-disciplinary teams, including geotechnical, structural, and environmental specialists, to deliver fully integrated solutions.

Mentor: Inspire and guide your team, by fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.

Engage: Work closely with clients and stakeholders, to understand their objectives and deliver above expectations.

Assure Quality: Oversee and approve design outputs, ensuring they meet industry standards and project specifications.

What You Bring:

Qualifications: A degree in Civil Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s); Chartered Engineer (CEng or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years civil engineering design experience, focusing on rail infrastructure projects.

Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of structural analysis, geotechnical considerations, and rail-specific design processes. Proficiency in software like Autodesk Robot, Idea Statika, or Tedds is a plus.

Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and guide teams to achieve exceptional results.

Problem-Solving Skill: An analytical mindset with a talent for overcoming complex design challenges.

Communication Skills: The ability to convey technical concepts clearly to different audiences.



Why Join Us?

We’re a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy, offering the perfect blend of challenge, opportunity and support.

Competitive Package: Competitive salary, plus an excellent benefits package.

Flexibility: Hybrid working and work from anywhere, for up to 45 days per year.

Exciting Projects: Be part of high-profile rail initiatives, working with a talented and collaborative team.

Professional Growth: Access to development opportunities to enhance both technical and leadership skills.Join a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal development are at the heart of what we do.



How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter to london@robertwest.co.uk with «Principal Engineer Rail» in the subject line.Robert West Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

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