Graduate Engineer - Rail Systems

Graduate Engineer - Rail Systems
Starting Salary: £31,000
Location: Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester
Start date: September 2027

Shape tomorrow’s world with Amey

At Amey, we're passionate about creating a better future through infrastructure. Our Consulting team partners with organisations such as National Highways and Network Rail to deliver engineering, environmental and sustainability solutions that improve how people live, work and travel across the UK.

From nationally significant programmes worth millions of pounds to local projects that improve everyday journeys and environments, our work makes a real difference. As a graduate, you'll be involved in meaningful projects from day one, developing practical skills, learning from industry experts and helping shape the future of the UK's infrastructure.

About the Team
As a Graduate Engineer on some of the UK’s most significant and complex rail infrastructure projects including Wales & Borders. 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 team delivers design solutions across all project lifecycle stages and disciplines, driving improved connectivity, enhancing passenger journeys, and shaping the future of rail safety and efficiency.

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

What you’ll be doing

Our Railway Systems Engineers play an important part within the Consulting Rail Signalling team which deliver innovative and complex designs to our clients including Network Rail, Transport for Wales and others. As a Graduate Engineer you will provide effective support and assistance to your design team on a variety of rail design schemes whilst playing a key role on projects.

Responsibilities include:

- Contributing to the OLE, Track & Signalling design elements of complete projects including renewals, enhancements and new works through all of the project life cycle

- Being a key player in a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions

- Preparation designs, calculations, drawings, risk assessments and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.

- Liaising with design engineers from interfacing disciplines.

- Configuring and programming programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

- Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions

- Supporting the Design Lead in liaising with clients (both internal and external to Amey) and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries

- Drive effective health and safety practices within the team

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life.

- Learning & Development: Kick-start your career with a structured Programme, dedicated mentoring and tailored development opportunities designed to help you grow both professionally and personally.

- Career Growth: Unlock your potential through a wide range of technical, professional and personal development training, supporting you every step of your career journey.

- Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy additional leave to suit your lifestyle.

- Pension: Plan for your future with our generous pension scheme, including contributions from Amey to help your savings go further.

- Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits package to what matters most to you, with options including health and insurance benefits, a Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.

- Discounts: Save on everyday spending with access to hundreds of discounts from leading retailers, travel providers, healthcare services and more.

- Making a Difference: Take up to two Community Involvement Days each year to support a charity or cause you're passionate about, alongside opportunities to get involved in fundraising and volunteering initiatives.

- Inclusive Networks: Join our Affinity Networks, where colleagues come together to connect, support and celebrate diverse communities across Amey.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals with a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a genuine interest in building a career in engineering and infrastructure. You'll enjoy working with others, communicating your ideas and taking on new challenges while learning from experienced professionals.

You don't need years of experience to join us – we're looking for people with potential. If you're curious, motivated and keen to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

To be considered for the programme, you'll need to meet the following requirements:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an Engineering, Mathematics or Science based subject at Grade 2:1 or above

- A Full UK driving License

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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