Design Integration Engineers (Rail - all levels)

Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for permanent Design Integration Engineers at all levels (Engineer / Senior Engineer / Lead Senior Engineer) to join our Systems Engineering, Information Management and Rail Engineering Management practice, within our Consulting Engineering division. With shared office locations in Manchester, Birmingham, Derby, York, Bristol, Swindon and Cardiff, we welcome applications from candidates across these regions and from elsewhere in the UK.

Key Projects:

Amey Consulting is seeking talented individuals at all levels to join our dynamic team as Design Integration Engineers. We’re looking for professional engineers who have an appetite and aptitude for integrating multi-disciplinary design activities, supporting the Engineering Manager on our wide-ranging portfolio of rail projects. We are an appointed Design Partner on some of the UK’s most significant and complex rail infrastructure projects. We are proud to support major programmes such as Northern Powerhouse Rail, Eastern Routes Partnership, Northwest & Central Framework, Core Valley Lines, Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade, and Cardiff Crossrail. Our in-house engineering team delivers design solutions across all project stages and disciplines, driving improved connectivity, enhancing passenger journeys, and shaping the future of rail safety and efficiency. These projects also provide a diverse range of opportunities for personal and professional development, whether you are working on long‑term, high‑value programmes or smaller, community‑focused initiatives. With these frameworks in place, you will have the chance to influence infrastructure projects that shape the region’s future.

The role

You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative rail solutions, working across the whole railway system including multi‑disciplinary infrastructure integration, rolling stock and operations, system safety and entry into service, and maintenance. Responsibilities include:

• Work as the deputy to the (C)EM on a wide range of design projects, applying Systems Engineering techniques and the Amey Engineering Management Manual to define, integrate, and deliver quality engineering solutions.
• Manage the allocation of project requirements, ensuring each has a discipline owner, and maintaining the compliance matrix (V&V).
• Coordinate and support verification and validation activities by the discipline design leads.
• Prepare and review action logs, project programmes, and ensure cross‑discipline interfaces are identified and managed.
• Support (C)EMs and PMs using appropriate systems engineering processes and engineering management within the End‑to‑End Stage Gate process.
• Facilitate impact assessments for project changes and support the (C)EM in managing the IDC process through to closure.
• Collaborate with Technical Directors, Practice Leads and Team Leaders to drive technical excellence and continuous improvement on multi‑disciplinary projects.

What you will bring to us:

• Developed experience and expertise in the application of systems engineering processes, probably gained in an engineer role or equivalent within Rail sector.
• Demonstrable experience in the application and delivery of requirements management and V&V within major multi‑disciplinary rail infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in the delivery of rail engineering designs in a specific discipline with an innovative approach to solving client problems.
• Experience in understanding, interpreting and communicating the technical requirements of our contracts and, in particular, specifications and appropriate standards.
• Experience of working on multi‑disciplinary rail projects.
• Knowledge across several railway disciplines or reasonable experience in at least one specific discipline.
• Professional registration at Incorporated or Chartered Engineer level.
• Strong knowledge of design processes and procedures.
• Thorough understanding of CDM regulations and the principles of ‘Safe by Design’, combined with strong knowledge of system safety and the application of the CSM‑REA.
• A solid grasp of engineering management practices for delivering multi‑disciplinary railway infrastructure projects.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels and maintaining a client‑focused approach to service delivery.
• Excellent communication skills, effectively engage with clients, suppliers, developers and consultants, while demonstrating strong teamwork and a commitment to meeting strict deadlines.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We strongly encourage the development towards a professional qualification with a recognised Institution and pride ourselves on mentoring our staff. To show our commitment to development of our staff we offer a comprehensive professional registration bonus scheme.

Work‑life Balance – Work‑life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part‑time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.

EDI – At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, Neurodiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value – You’ll get 2 Social Impact Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Plus, a range of other great perks and benefits including:

• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to.
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You’ll be stretched but always supported. We recognise your hard work and look after your well‑being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.