Location
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM’s Electrification & Power team as a Senior Rail Traction Power / Substation Engineer, delivering traction power and substation projects across the UK with opportunities to support international projects. You will be responsible for technical delivery across key projects, ensuring designs are accurate, cost-effective, constructable, and compliant with relevant standards. Your work will span the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies and outline design through to detailed design and construction support. Operating at Independent Checker level, you will provide technical oversight, support the development of engineers, and collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and stakeholders. Your role includes developing design documentation, undertaking independent technical checks, conducting site visits and surveys, and providing construction stage support to ensure works meet design intent. A strong understanding of Health & Safety and CDM requirements is essential. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects within a global, trusted infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world.

Experience
Proven experience in traction power and high voltage substation design. Demonstrated ability to deliver projects across feasibility, outline, and detailed design stages. Experience acting as CRE / Lead Engineer is advantageous; where not previously gained, support and mentoring will be provided. Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards and design governance. Low voltage experience is desirable but not essential.

About you
Technically proficient with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Able to provide guidance and support to junior engineers and designers. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to liaise effectively with project teams, clients, and stakeholders. Motivated to work within a dynamic environment that values integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and innovation. Committed to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace.

Qualifications
Relevant engineering qualifications and professional accreditation are expected. A strong understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations is essential. Willingness to undertake site visits and provide construction stage support as required.