Track Engineering Lead

Network Rail Consulting•Seattle, WA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Network Rail Consulting (NRC), the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, provides consulting services to public agencies and private clients in the transportation sector. NRC is seeking a Track Engineering Lead for its growing Seattle team. The role leads the Track Engineering team and provides technical support to a client in track design, asset condition assessments, installation of new infrastructure, and maintenance improvements. The successful candidate serves as the subject matter expert for track engineering and supports the client’s track maintenance, asset management, enhancements, and renewals activity. NRC offers hybrid working and flexible work/life balance options.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Affiliation with a relevant membership body or organization.
Knowledge of technical, safety, and performance standards relating to track engineering.
Demonstrable experience in track maintenance management, processes, and techniques.
Extensive experience in track engineering, including maintenance.
Knowledge of asset data management, including linear asset data systems for track condition analysis and Enterprise Asset Management systems (EAMS) for asset information and work management.
Understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques.
Ability to work across a multidisciplinary team and establish relationships at all levels.
Excellent interpersonal, influencing, communication, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, industry standards, and company standards.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer qualification.

Responsibilities

Lead the Track Engineering team in providing specialist advice, input, and support for the client’s track engineering activity.
Lead development of standards and work instructions for track maintenance.
Undertake technical investigations, including inspections, tests, and analysis of technical data.
Provide track-related technical support and guidance to the US team and client.
Own engineering assurance and verification activities related to track engineering programs.
Investigate client track failures and report on the safety and condition of track assets.
Provide specialist engineering support for maintenance, renewals, and enhancement activity.
Mentor others and support their personal and professional development.
Write professional reports, deliver presentations, and represent the NRC brand to clients.
Build strong client relationships.
Undertake activities in a safe environment and in accordance with NRC operating procedures.