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York, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Be trusted to make great things happen.
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading rail engineers. Its rail business is the largest in its field in Europe. Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) is an integral part of the UK railway system providing traction power to electric trains on all major main lines. The AtkinsRéalis OLE design team is one of the longest-established teams in the UK, with roots dating back to British Rail. We have been the OLE Lead Design Organisation on the majority of the recent new electrification schemes in the UK.
We undertake projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction management. Our engineers are skilled in the design of OLE projects, including the production of Layout Plans, Cross sections, Switching cross sections, Section Diagrams and Bonding plans. Our designs encompass all elements of the OLE System from the structural steelwork through to the wiring fittings themselves and electrical feeding arrangements. We are proudly part of the Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA) which is delivering a wide range of renewals and enhancements over an area from North London to the Scottish Border. We have committed forward workload and have a need to expand our design team to support these works.
As a OLE Engineer you will work as part of one of our busy design teams alongside the Design Engineer producing design drawings, technical reports, and calculation sheets. There may also be a requirement for site survey activities using specialist OLE survey equipment. A pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening will be required, as AtkinsRéalis will put you forward for Personal Track Safety training after a successful probation period.
Your role
- Production of high-quality engineering design drawings & documents with compliance with technical assurance.
- Collaborative working within current discipline & other engineering disciplines to achieve the best solution for the project.
- Capable of delegation to technicians and other junior members as lead designer.
- Applies professional knowledge and experienced judgement.
- Maintains effective communication with the Senior/Principal Engineer with all project matters.
Location
York, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-142141
Salary range
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Vinayak Daddi
Hi there, I'm Vinayak Daddi and I manage this role
About you
Essential
- Understanding of the Rail industry in the UK.
- An understanding of Engineering principles and the role of Engineering Standards (British Standards, Network Rail Standards etc.).
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in use of CAD software.
- Membership of relevant professional institution.
Desirable
- Ideally you will have appropriate experience of OLE engineering design /consultancy.
- Proficient in the Microstation CAD Package.
Qualifications
- Minimum BEng / BSc in a relevant engineering subject.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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