Ayesa Engineering - UK and Ireland
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Associate Engineer - Rail
Division: Major Projects
Location: London, UK
About Us
Ayesa Engineering is a global consultancy with more than 3,200 employees. Its UK & Ireland business combines the strength and resources of an international organisation with the agility and autonomy typically associated with an SME.
Operating in 16 countries across 40 disciplines, Ayesa Engineering generates annual revenues of approximately €312 million and has established a strong international reputation across a broad range of engineering sectors. Its expertise spans water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.
The UK & Ireland teams deliver technically complex and varied projects that enable professionals to develop broad expertise rather than being confined to highly specialised roles. This provides the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, technical knowledge, and career development opportunities of a well-established global consultancy.
Position
At Ayesa, we are committed to delivering innovative, sustainable and technically excellent engineering solutions that shape the future of infrastructure.
As we continue to expand our rail engineering capabilities across the UK, we are seeking an experienced Associate Rail / Civil Engineer to play a key role in leading the design and delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take on a senior technical and project leadership position, working on major UK rail programmes while contributing to the continued growth of our rail engineering business.
What you will be doing
Technical Leadership & Design
- Lead and oversee the design and delivery of multidisciplinary rail and civil engineering projects, ensuring technical quality, compliance and successful project outcomes.
- Provide technical expertise across rail infrastructure, including track-related civil works, earthworks, drainage, foundations, retaining structures and associated infrastructure.
- Act as Technical Lead or Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE), where appropriately qualified and appointed.
- Review and approve engineering designs, technical specifications, calculations and design documentation within delegated authority.
- Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards, relevant Eurocodes, British Standards and project-specific requirements.
- Coordinate with track, structural, geotechnical, signalling, electrification and other engineering disciplines.
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Project Delivery & Commercial Management
- Lead engineering teams through feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction support stages.
- Manage project deliverables, budgets, resources and programmes to ensure successful delivery.
- Identify and manage technical risks, design changes and commercial opportunities.
- Support the preparation of tenders, technical proposals, fee estimates and resource plans.
- Work closely with project managers to monitor financial performance, project profitability and client requirements.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including Network Rail, rail operators, contractors and infrastructure delivery partners.
- Represent Ayesa at technical reviews, design meetings and client discussions.
- Provide technical advice and develop practical engineering solutions to complex infrastructure challenges.
- Support business development activities, identifying opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and secure new projects.
People Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor and support engineers and technicians across the rail and civil engineering teams.
- Provide technical guidance, design assurance and quality reviews.
- Support team development, resource planning and knowledge sharing.
- Promote a collaborative approach across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 10 years' relevant experience within rail infrastructure or civil engineering, ideally gained within an engineering consultancy or multidisciplinary design environment.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE or another relevant professional institution, or equivalent demonstrable professional expertise.
- Strong technical knowledge of rail-associated civil engineering infrastructure, design standards and delivery processes.
- Proven experience leading engineering design teams and delivering complex infrastructure projects.
- Experience working on UK rail projects, ideally including Network Rail infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of engineering design assurance, technical governance and safety requirements.
- Demonstrable commercial awareness, including project budgets, resource planning, fee management and programme delivery.
- Excellent client relationship management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage competing project priorities.
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What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
- Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
- Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
- Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
- Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
- Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.
- Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.
- Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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