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Apprenticeship

Rail and rail systems senior engineer (integrated degree)

Level
6
Degree level
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Applying rail and rail systems technical engineering skills in a broad range of management and leadership activities.

What you'd do

Manage engineering deliverables within a defined discipline
Review and approve technical designs and specifications
Conduct or oversee engineering safety assessments
Liaise with contractors and suppliers on technical matters
Support project managers with programme and cost reporting
Mentor junior engineers and technicians in the team

What you'd learn

Engineering principles specific to your rail discipline (track, signalling, etc.)
Safety management and the Railway Group Standards framework
Project management techniques and budget control
Technical report writing and design documentation
Asset management and whole-life costing in rail
Collaboration with contractors, operators, and infrastructure managers
Ready to look for a place?
See live Rail and rail systems senior engineer (integrated degree) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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