Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary and benefits package

About the Role
Ricardo Energy & Environment is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company with over 100 years of engineering excellence. We employ close to 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world.

We are seeking a Principal Safety Consultant to join our team and take a leadership role in safety engineering and assurance services for rail engineering projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex safety projects, contribute to the development of safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies, and mentor junior consultants. You will work on a diverse portfolio including major infrastructure projects such as the National Train Control Centre in Dublin, Crewe Hub remodelling, and East Coast Mainline, as well as global projects across Australia, the US, Canada, Asia, and the Middle East.

This position allows you to work from the UK without the necessity of travel, while managing multiple projects and clients. You will lead workshops, support business development, and collaborate closely with clients to deliver commercially viable and technically robust safety solutions. This is a unique opportunity to demonstrate leadership, expand your technical expertise, and make a positive impact in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Experience
- Proven experience delivering safety engineering and assurance services to rail projects using standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and/or CSM-RA.
- Background in risk management, systems engineering, and/or safety engineering.
- Experience with major rail infrastructure projects, preferably within the UK or consultancy sector.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively balance workload.
- Experience supporting business development through proposal writing and client engagement.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within teams.
- Cyber security experience is a plus but not essential for this role.

About you
You are a motivated and experienced safety professional with leadership qualities and a passion for rail safety. You thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy mentoring others, and are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions. You value collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, and are eager to contribute to a culture where every voice matters.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in safety engineering, systems engineering, or related disciplines are expected. Professional certifications aligned with rail safety standards will be advantageous.