Track Design Engineer

Location

Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Type

Contract

Salary

Competitive Salary

Reference Code

BBBH35090_1782143823

Track Design Engineer

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Track Design Engineer to support the delivery of railway infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality track designs from concept through detailed design stages, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver track design packages at both Form A (Approval in Principle) and Form B (Detailed Design) stages.
  • Produce all associated design deliverables including:
    • Track alignment designs
    • Design reports
    • Technical calculations
    • Drawings and CAD outputs
    • Design assurance documentation
    • Construction and installation support documentation
  • Develop compliant track layouts, alignments, and geometry in accordance with Network Rail standards and client requirements.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Civil, Signalling, Electrification, and Geotechnical disciplines.
  • Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and assurance processes.
  • Support the resolution of technical queries throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure all designs are delivered safely, accurately, and to programme.

Essential Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience delivering railway track design projects at both Form A and Form B stages.
  • Proven ability to produce and manage all associated design documentation, reports, drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables.
  • Strong understanding of Network Rail standards, design processes, and assurance requirements.
  • Experience using BRT (Bentley Rail Track) and/or PRT track design software.
  • Ability to work independently whilst managing multiple project priorities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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