OLE Design Engineer / Senior OLE Design Engineer

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects?

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Atkins 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 Atkins 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.

As an OLE Engineer / OLE Senior Design Engineer you will work leading one of our busy design teams producing and checking design drawings, technical reports, calculation sheets, and collaborating with our client organizations. There may also be a requirement for site survey activities and construction support.

Note: the roles available will be based out of our engineering office hubs in Derby, Swindon, York, Birmingham, Glasgow and Belfast.

Key Skills:

• Able to think logically and laterally, solving problems creatively and assessing them rationally.
• Able to multitask and respond to short-notice changes.
• Able to act with initiative and to take responsibility.
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently and within a team.
• Able to organise self and others.
• Able to work to time and cost budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to express ideas, concerns, solutions, suggestions in written or oral form in such a way as to be understood by those with or without a technical background.
• Able to manage a small team of designers day-to-day both in person and remotely.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Minimum HND or equivalent in a related engineering subject.

Essential:

• Demonstrable understanding of UK OLE systems and previous extensive experience in Designing and Checking Allocation Designs to Form B level.
• Good understanding of the Rail Industry in the UK and the Contractor Client relationship.
• In-Depth knowledge of relevant International, National, Railway Group and Network Rail Standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient in use of MicroStation CAD software.
• A willingness to learn and work in a dynamic environment.

Why work for Atkins?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You'll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional, accreditations, and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk through any adjustments you might need.

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More about us:

Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a top global consultancy with over 80 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed.

Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

Atkins, ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join.

Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects.

Additional Information:

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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