Project Engineering Manager (ETCS)

Currently seeking a skilled Project Engineering Manager (ETCS) to join a dynamic engineering team on a contract basis based out of Derby.
Long term Contract
Outside IR35 - Rate Negotiable depending on experience and skills.
3days per week in Derby and willingness to travel to other Midlands based production facilities.

The role is centred around a Freight ETCS project, aiming to support the rollout of ETCS to the UK Freight Fleet. This project spans various stages from design to fleet production and type testing, offering a comprehensive and challenging environment.

• Lead the On Board Engineering team to ensure project deliverables are understood and implemented according to schedules.
• Ensure the engineering community creates and monitors engineering plans, reporting progress against budget and timelines.
• Collaborate with the Head of Engineering and Work Package Managers to achieve efficiencies in project and engineering delivery.
• Provide key technical, product, and commercial input to determine the most appropriate solutions.

Essential:

• In-depth practical knowledge and experience of train systems design and installation including ETCS, TPWS, AWS, GSM-R, Wi-Fi, CCTV, and DAS.
• Experience of delivering installation projects related to rail vehicles modifications.
• Strong approach to delivering technical work packages for complex projects.
• Ability to understand and capture installation design requirements for subsystems.
• Knowledge of both electrical and mechanical design documentation processes.
• Experience producing compliance information to adhere to requirements and standards.
• Understanding of depot procedures and site safety.
• Experience liaising with subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Desirable:

• Understanding of Freight Locomotives.
• Knowledge of implementing ETCS and/or CBTC systems and GSM-R systems.
• Experience in an operational and/or maintenance environment.
• Proven experience in major sub-contract environments.
• Experience reviewing product installation designs

If you are an experienced Project Engineering Manager with a solid background in ETCS systems and looking for a challenging role in the railway rolling stock sector, apply now to join this critical and exciting project.