Title:  Systems Engineer (Rail)

Systems Engineer (Rail)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Systems Engineer (Rail) to join our Systems Engineering, Information Management and Rail Engineering Management practice, within our Consulting Engineering division. With shared office locations in Manchester, Birmingham, Derby, York, Bristol, Swindon and Cardiff, we welcome applications from candidates across these regions and elsewhere in the UK.

You’ll become part of our vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.

What will the role offer?

The standard working week is 37.5 hours, and we offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part‑time and adaptable working patterns, allowing you to adjust how you work as your life evolves.

Key Projects

As an appointed Design Partner on some of the UK’s most significant and complex rail and highways infrastructure projects, we are proud to support major programmes such as Northern Powerhouse Rail, Eastern Routes Partnership, Northwest & Central Framework, Core Valley Lines, Trans‑Pennine Route Upgrade, and Cardiff Crossrail.

Our in‑house engineering teams deliver design and systems solutions across all Network Rail project stages and multiple disciplines, driving improved connectivity, enhancing passenger journeys, and shaping the future of infrastructure safety and efficiency.

These programmes also provide a diverse range of opportunities for personal and professional development, whether you are working on long‑term, high‑value frameworks or smaller, community‑focused initiatives. With these frameworks in place, you will have the opportunity to influence infrastructure projects that shape the region’s future.

What you will be doing:

Our Systems Engineers are a key part of Amey’s Systems Engineering capability, working closely with clients such as Network Rail and other major infrastructure organisations.

You will support the delivery of whole‑system engineering solutions, contributing to effective integration across infrastructure, rolling stock, operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities include:

• Applying Systems Engineering principles and techniques to support the definition, integration and delivery of complex, multi‑disciplinary rail engineering solutions
• Supporting requirements management and Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, including:
  • Developing and managing project requirements derived from the Client Remit
  • Maintaining traceability and requirement satisfaction across multiple system levels
  • Supporting the apportionment of requirements into delivery work packages
  • Assisting with verification activities and supporting system validation

• Supporting the integration of infrastructure change with Operations and Maintenance organisations
• Supporting systems integration testing activities
• Assisting in the production and implementation of:
  • Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP)
  • Systems Integration Plans (SIP)
  • RAM / SRAM Plans, including support to setting RAM targets

• Preparing and contributing to technical reports, studies and programmes of work
• Supporting the application of CDM Regulations and Safe by Design principles
• Working collaboratively within multi‑disciplinary project teams and supporting knowledge sharing

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Experience applying systems engineering processes within complex rail or major infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting requirements management and Verification & Validation (V&V) activities on multi‑disciplinary rail projects
• Experience working within the rail sector, or closely aligned infrastructure systems
• An understanding of managing interfaces across rail infrastructure, rolling stock, operations and maintenance
• Experience using requirements management tools such as Bentley ComplyPro or IBM DOORS (desirable)
• The ability to deliver technically robust engineering outputs in line with railway standards, assurance processes and client requirements
• Experience working within multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, with knowledge of one or more railway infrastructure disciplines
• A good understanding of rail design processes, design assurance and change control procedures
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, systems safety and CSM‑REA (desirable)
• An understanding of engineering management principles for railway infrastructure delivery
• Progress toward Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status, or equivalent professional development
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline, or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, client‑focused approach

What we can offer 

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities

About Amey:

Who we are: Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do: We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defense systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website: amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance

Diversity and Inclusion: We constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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