Head Of Project Engineering

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Head of Project Engineering – The Opportunity

We are seeking a Head of Project Engineering to join an established specialist design and engineering business, to take ownership, manage and provide technical support to the delivery of projects in the Rail sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage and support the Project Engineering team
  • Responsible for resource planning to ensure projects have the correct skill set brought to bear
  • Contribute directly to projects, ensure customer and business requirements are met throughout the project
  • Ensure full compliance to all relevant legal, safety and quality standards
  • Drive continuous improvement and promote best practice
  • Allocate and manage engineering resources
  • Lead quarterly team meeting

About You

  • Strong understanding of the UK Rail Industry, its standards and regulations
  • Proven experience leading technical Engineering project teams
  • Track record in project management
  • Commercial acumen and the ability to prioritize across multiple functions
  • Proven customer-facing experience, maintaining strong relationships and attending customer or stakeholder meetings as required
  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently

What's On Offer

  • Company group personal pension
  • Private healthcare after qualifying period
  • Staff wellbeing and support service
  • Death in service

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Company: Orion Electrotech
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Head of Project Engineering – The Opportunity

We are seeking a Head of Project Engineering to join an established specialist design and engineering business, to take ownership, manage and provide technical support to the delivery of projects in the Rail sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage and support the Project Engineering team
  • Responsible for resource planning to ensure projects have the correct skill set brought to bear
  • Contribute directly to projects, ensure customer and business requirements are met throughout the project
  • Ensure full compliance to all relevant legal, safety and quality standards
  • Drive continuous improvement and promote best practice
  • Allocate and manage engineering resources
  • Lead quarterly team meeting

About You

  • Strong understanding of the UK Rail Industry, its standards and regulations
  • Proven experience leading technical Engineering project teams
  • Track record in project management
  • Commercial acumen and the ability to prioritize across multiple functions
  • Proven customer-facing experience, maintaining strong relationships and attending customer or stakeholder meetings as required
  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently

What’s On Offer

  • Company group personal pension
  • Private healthcare after qualifying period
  • Staff wellbeing and support service
  • Death in service

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Posted: May 20th, 2026