Principal / Head of E&P Engineer (Rail)

Role Brief:

We are seeking a high-calibre Principal E&P Engineer or Head of E&P to lead the Electrification and Plant (E&P) discipline for a major Tier 1 infrastructure delivery partner in the Midlands.

In this role, you will act as the ultimate technical authority for E&P engineering, design-integration, and on-site delivery across a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure and asset upgrade schemes. This position bridges the gap between design assurance and practical, hands-on site delivery, offering significant autonomy for a senior contractor.

Candidate Responsibilities:

Act as the Lead Engineer / CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) or CEM (Contractor's Engineering Manager) where required, overseeing, reviewing, and signing off on complex E&P installation and construction designs.
Provide heavy technical direction to project delivery teams, ensuring that tra...