Senior Engineer​/Consultant

Job Description Overview

With offices located across the UK, Atkins

Réalis has a rich legacy of delivering exceptional support to clients both domestically and internationally. You could join our Rolling Stock Delivery team supporting and delivering the most prestigious rail projects across the UK. You would work at all levels on some of the most significant rail projects such as HS2, Elizabeth Line and the East Coast Digital Programme, providing strategic and technical advice to national and local government bodies, train leasing companies, financiers, train operators and manufacturers.

We pride ourselves on a diverse and inclusive work environment where you will work alongside world‑class talent. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we’re here to support you. Flexible working is a central part of our culture; talk to us about what’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays.

And if you’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

• Provide high‑quality advice and deliverables to UK and international clients, either individually or as part of a team, leading some elements.
• Lead and/or be part of a team delivering complex projects and assignments. Support new work generated by other consultants as necessary, including checking and review of deliverables.
• Work within a collaborative, customer‑centric team that values shared learning, knowledge and continuous improvement.
• Seek energetic business opportunities to solve clients’ problems.
• Assist in preparing, selling and delivering compelling propositions to rail companies and other clients worldwide.
• Manage your own work and ensure assignments are undertaken in accordance with corporate requirements.

The role does not require applicants with experience in all the following areas – these are provided as examples of the projects you could be supporting us in:

• Work on a variety of technical studies, which may involve new rolling stock or refurbishments, maintenance and servicing considerations for existing fleets. Projects may be main‑line freight or passenger, metro and light rail.
• Work on rolling stock considerations in varied and diverse aspects requiring flexibility and willingness in your approach, whilst adhering to safety, governance and client requirements. This could include commercial support of ongoing technical projects such as fleet fitment programmes, or technical specification and requirements management of rolling stock, depots and infrastructure projects.
• Support emerging requirements of modern railways, in areas such as carbon reduction strategies, alternative propulsion projects (e.g., battery/hydrogen), or digital projects such as ETCS implementation.

• Have a good understanding of freight, main‑line passenger, metro or light rail rolling stock, rolling‑stock whole‑life care, or the railway system and/or regulation; or have identifiable and transferable skills that match the demands of the job description.
• Possibly have experience in manufacturing, maintenance and depots, perhaps as an operator or owner. Your skills, knowledge and experience in the UK and overseas could be key to us.
• Preferably a degree‑qualified Chartered Engineer, though we are open to any candidate who evidences the right skills, relevant experience and aptitude.
• Have drive, flexibility and the ability to adapt to clients’ demands and requirements.
• Good communication and presentation skills, and the ability to write clear and concise text.
• If you may be interested in limited travel, including the potential for some overseas trips.

• Fluent in English

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and 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.

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