High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer
- Salary
- Salary on application
- Location
- Birmingham
- Type
- full time
- Closes
- 2026-10-15
Role overview
We are recruiting a High Speed Rail – Cable Management Design Engineer to support the delivery of the HS2 Track Infrastructure Project during its design and construction phases. This role is ideally suited to an engineer who has experience within the rail industry. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in both railway systems integration and high-speed track engineering. Reporting to the Track Design Lead, you will take responsibility for coordinating the Cable Management System (CMS) design and delivery across the HS2 route, while also supporting the management and delivery of ballastless track design solutions. You will work closely with design partners, construction teams, supply chain partners, client representatives, and Rail Systems Alliance members to ensure the successful integration of rail systems and track infrastructure. Location This role is based at our HS2 Project Office at Birmingham Snow Hill, with occasional travel to project and stakeholder locations in Birmingham and London.
Requirements
-Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline. -Experience working within the railway industry -Experience working on multidisciplinary railway infrastructure projects. -Understanding of railway systems integration and interface management. -Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. -Ability to coordinate multiple technical interfaces and work collaboratively across project teams. -Proactive, organised, and willing to take ownership of technical deliverables. Desirable -Experience within track, rail systems, MEP, or cable management design. -Knowledge of ballastless track systems and high-speed railway infrastructure. -Familiarity with Network Rail, HS2, or international railway design standards. -Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE, PWI, IMechE, or equivalent professional institution. -Experience supporting design assurance and construction delivery activities on major infrastructure projects. -Passion for innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the rail sector.
