JOB PROFILE Mott MacDonald’s track record in railways dates back to the early 1900s with the construction of the City and South London Railway. Our technical engineering disciplines cover all aspects of railway systems (trackwork, signalling, telecommunications, rolling stock, operations, safety assurance systems, mechanical and electrical, traction power, ergonomics) and infrastructure (tunnels, bridges, earthworks, stations, intermodal depots, marshalling yards).
Working on one of the largest multi-million pound rail and port expansion projects in the world, the scope of the entire project encompasses engineering, procurement, project management and construction management. This role will be specifically be working on increasing the capacity of the 800 km iron-ore heavy rail line from 37 million to 91 million tonnes per annum with further scope anticipated with project developments.
JOB DESCRIPTION The role will be working on all aspects of Rail Structural Design Engineering, including a range of bridge design and assessment, design of signal gantries, stations and depots, foundation design, earthworks stabilisation and permanent way (track) layouts
Responsibilities will include but not exclusive to: • Detailed design projects for structures, foundations and earthworks within the rail environment • Multi-functional rail team supporting other team members to deliver drawings for civil and structural schemes. • Responsible for the maintenance of all technical & engineering drawings using both 2D & 3D CAD software • You will also have involvement in project and workload decisions, and supervise junior technicians (Where appropriate).
These opportunities offer significant scope for career and skill set development. CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION The successful candidate(s) will be highly integrated into the management and success of specific projects and of the whole project function. It is essential that that any individual is capable of establishing credible relations with the client, senior project personnel and site personnel quickly.
• Capable and prepared to remain committed to project for a minimum of 3years. • Extensive experience in Railway CAD Design • A good understanding of/and capable of quickly problem solving and resolving site Health & Safety. • Good reporting skills to a range of senior managers. • Good level and style of communication is an essential part of the role as is an organised work manner. • A personal drive to successfully conclude project specifics. • Previous experience as a CAD Technician is required.
WE OFFER YOU Mott MacDonald offers a competitive salary and monthly profit share scheme. There are additional benefits in keeping with Mott MacDonald’s status as an International Engineering and Management Consultancy.
• Specific project related bonuses are possible • Contributory Pension scheme • Life insurance scheme • Meritocratic bonus and rewards • Extensive training and development support
We offer long-term skill set and career development opportunities working on high-profile and challenging projects as well as potential national and international secondments in line with an individual’s experience, career and business needs.
Mott MacDonald is an equal opportunities employer.
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