Why this role stands out
Step into a pivotal leadership role at WSP where you will shape the future of global rail infrastructure while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. You will thrive here if you are a collaborative expert eager to mentor the next generation of engineers and drive technical innovation on landmark projects. Apply today to accelerate your career at an industry-leading firm that celebrates your unique professional contributions.
Quick overview
Job description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
A bit more about your role:
- Managing RAM processes according to the sector standards (i.e. EN 50126 for rail) and perform the relevant activities (e.g. planning, analysing, verifying, reporting).
- Leading the RAM team to deliver the planned activities and manage sub-contractors.
- Cross functional collaboration and integration including stakeholders management.
- Leveraging your knowledge and experience to support bids, advisory, strategic decisions and wider team to manage the relationship with client
- Mentoring junior RAM members of the team, acting as the focal point for technical expertise and guidance.
- Encouraging and promoting the innovation and implementation of new techniques and tools which may improve efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
- Promoting the WSP brand, through active involvement with industry partners and professional engineering institutions. This may include sitting on councils, committees and working groups which promote and drive technical excellence in the field of RAMS, and / or writing and presenting papers at conferences and events.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
- A degree in a technical engineering related discipline, or extensive relevant experience.
- RAM engineering experience (rail desirable, but not essential).
- Corporate membership with an appropriate professional institution (e.g. SaRS, IET, IMechE, etc.).
- Professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (or significant progression towards that goal).
- Proven ability to deliver RAM activities and provide technical leadership to a team of RAM and Safety Engineers.
- Proven ability to support RAM and Safety engineering activities and/or creating the supporting arguments and evidence.
- Proven ability to liaise with regulatory and independent parties / bodies.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of the EN 50126 series and related.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team.
- Knowledge and experience in a mainline or metro railway systems, e.g. Signalling, Control Systems, Rolling Stock, Traction Power, Depots etc.
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience of working on international projects.
- Experience in other sectors (e.g. aviation, nuclear, oil & gas, defence).
- Mix experience in consultancy and supplier / clients side environment.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.
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