Project Engineer - Power & Distribution (P&D) - Glasgow, Scotland

• Glasgow

• Permanent

P&I Resourcing are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading rail infrastructure company, for a Project Engineer – Power & Distribution (P&D) based in Glasgow, Scotland.

Duties:

The PE (P&D) provides day-to-day support within the Power & Distribution (P&D) Engineering team, reporting into the Senior PE for planning and executing project engineering activities on rail and non-rail projects, including high voltage AC or DC traction power distribution and associated protection, EMC, low voltage, SCADA and telecoms. This role covers design through to delivery, ensuring works meet the required performance, safety, and reliability standards.

The role supports the wider Engineering and Project Management functions in client engagement, subcontractor management, budget and resource allocation, ITT bidding, and the mentorship of other engineers to develop the P&D team.

Main duties:

• Provide support to the various project teams offering technical guidance and best practice with particular emphasis on quality, design and project development.
• Support the Senior PE in the development of the engineering capability for all engineers in the P&D team, providing mentorship to graduate/assistant engineers, sharing experience and lessons learnt.
• Support on innovation, technology and digitalisation across both the lead discipline and the wider SPL business.
• Provide out of hours support on projects as required.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients and suppliers.
• Assist in the preparation of PQQ and ITT responses as required.
• Assist in the review of contracted scope documentation and preparation of scope documents for subcontractors.
• Assist in the coordination of project activities associated with all aspects of the design, integration, delivery and commissioning of projects, including the planning of site works, resource, budget and plant (where required), ensuring projects meet the required performance, safety, value and reliability standards.
• Undertake site surveys to monitor work activities throughout the construction, commissioning and EIS stages, and producing detailed site reports.
• Develop strategies associated with the delivery of project works including assessment of cost, risk and hazards including developing efficiencies where practicable.
• Assist the Senior PE with undertaking technical reviews of internal and external (sub-contracted) documentation including designs, work package plans, and testing/commissioning schedules to ensure these are integrated and buildable, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Assist in the management and review of red-line diagrams, closure of any snags/defects, and production of as built drawings so there is a seamless handover of each site to the client.
• Attend engineering meetings and workshops with clients and subcontractors, developing meeting minutes and action logs as appropriate.
• Prepare Site Packs, Access/Isolation requirements and Health/Safety Hand back requirements.
• Manage the quality assurance of projects by overseeing construction works on site in line with Quality Plans and Construction Assurance Plans.
• Lead on site quality audits/safety tours, raise/escalate key findings and Close Calls, and oversee their resolution. Prepare and share lessons learnt on key issues.
• Attend asset management walkouts as appropriate at various stages of the programme, compile reports for the project(s).

The person:

• Engineering qualification at BSc/BEng, preferably in electrical (power) engineering.
• Member of relevant Professional institution and working towards IEng/CEng.
• Previous role as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer, preferably in Rail Power & Distribution or the Utility Industry.
• Able to recognise the importance of following procedures associated with health, safety, and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Willingness to learn and open minded for new technologies.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support as required.
• An organised and methodical approach to tasks, and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including an ability to problem solve.
• The ability to stay calm and meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel to different locations as and when required.
• Ability to work on multiple projects balancing and managing own time.   

We offer you:

• A varied, responsible and challenging position
• An open, dynamically growing international business environment
• The opportunity to actively participate in the development of the company

If you are interested in this role, have the drive, ambition and relevant experience and skills to join this fast paced team, please apply right here in the Job Portal.