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Who we are

Global Rail Construction Ltd is a Principal Contractor and a leading UK provider of design and build services to clients in the rail and transportation sector.

Electrical Design Engineer

Global Rail Construction Limited is part of the Global Infrastructure Group and is a leading provider of services to clients across a range of engineering, construction and infrastructure sectors. The Group employs over 400 people worldwide and currently has offices in the UK, Ireland, Sydney and Melbourne.

We are currently seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our operation based in Hatfield. The successful candidates will have an opportunity to work a wide variety of projects in support of our Rail and Telecommunications business units.

Working as part of the team structure the candidate shall, as necessary, deliver design and support from initial concept planning through to detailed design.

Successful applicants will have the following:

  • Network Rail Standards, Railway Group Standards and CDM regulations
  • Awareness and understanding of current British Standards
  • Be familiar, and have experience of Points Heating system design
  • Fulfil the duties of Contract Responsible Engineer in line with CDM regulations & NR standards Desired Criteria
  • Qualified to Degree, or higher level, in Electrical Engineering
  • Membership of relevant professional body
  • Skilled using software including: Bentley, Microstation v8i, ProjectWise, eB and Amtech

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • The Electrical Design Engineer shall report to the Design Manager
  • Prepare detailed technical specification throughout GRIP stages
  • Review and checking of documentation
  • Produce 2D/3D CAD drawings
  • Complete cable calculations in conjunction with documents/drawings
  • Assist with client technical queries
  • Prepare risk assessments
  • Produce detailed programmes to provide time scales and milestones for the projects
  • Production of Work Package Plans and Task Briefs
  • Prepare operation and maintenance manuals
  • Conduct site surveys
  • Attend client meetings
  • IDC review’s as per project requirements

About us:

Global Rail Construction has an outstanding reputation for employee retention and our success lies in the quality and diversity of our people and our commitment to training and developing our staff.

We value diversity and inclusion as an employer, which is why we invite applications from all individuals regardless of background or education. However, for some positions, we do assess role-related expertise.

To apply online please click the ‘Apply’ button below. Please ensure that you include details of all relevant qualifications and competencies with your application.

No agencies please.








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    Global Infastructure Group
    Global Rail Construction
    Units 18 & 20
    The io Centre
    Hearle Way
    Hatfield
    Hertfordshire, AL10 9EW
    +44 (0) 870 990 4074
    Registered in England 04272798
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