OLE Design Engineer

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.

We are proudly part of the Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA) which is delivering a wide range of renewals and enhancements over an area from North London to the Scottish Border. We have committed forward workload and have a need to expand our design team to support these works.

As a Graduate OLE Engineer you will work as part of one of our busy design teams alongside the Design Engineer producing design drawings, technical reports, and calculation sheets. There may also be a requirement for site survey activities using specialist OLE survey equipment.

A pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening will be required, as Atkins will put you forward for Personal Track Safety training after a successful probation period.

What you can bring:

• Minimum BEng / BSc in a relevant engineering subject.
• Understanding of the Rail industry in the UK.
• An understanding of Engineering principles and the role of Engineering Standards (British Standards, Network Rail Standards etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in use of CAD software.
• Membership of relevant professional institution.

Desirable:

• Ideally you will have appropriate experience of OLE engineering design/consultancy.
• Proficient in the Microstation CAD Package.

The Individual:

• 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.
• Able to learn about new subjects quickly.
• 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.
• Positive with a proactive 'can-do' attitude.
• Able to demonstrate experience in a similar role.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

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.

Security clearance:

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.

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.