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Early-career role supporting the design of accessible and inclusive railway stations, including feasibility studies, station layouts, drawings, stakeholder engagement, human factors, and inclusive design reviews.You will join our Human-Centred Design team and support the development of rail stations that respond to community needs and accommodate a wide range of access requirements.This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about making infrastructure and the rail industry more accessible. You will learn how to communicate technical information clearly to clients, stakeholders and diverse user groups, including people who may not have a technical background.Your work will be varied, ranging from initial station studies and feasibility assessments through to the development of station concepts. Working alongside experienced designers and engineers, you will help develop layouts and design solutions that improve the experience of passengers and station users.You will also support human factors and inclusive design reviews. This may include researching information about local communities, helping to prepare and support engagement activities, reviewing designs from different user perspectives, and recording recommendations for improvement.The role will involve working with clients, engineers, architects and other stakeholders to communicate the case for change and build support for new and improved station schemes.Key ResponsibilitiesWith the mentoring of experienced members of the team, you will:Produce sketches, plans, drawings and visualisations using software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and SketchUp.Support early-stage feasibility studies and the development of station concept designs.Help ensure designs respond to relevant rail industry, accessibility and building standards.Coordinate design information with technical leads across rail engineering and station building design disciplines.Apply creative problem-solving to develop layouts that respond to competing technical, operational and customer requirements.Prepare drawings, presentations and other materials for stakeholder and community engagement.Support presentations to clients, community representatives and industry accessibility panels, communicating technical information clearly and inclusively.Assist with human factors reviews and Equality Impact Assessments.Record design comments, actions and recommendations, and help demonstrate how designs have been improved in response.Maintain accurate project records and contribute to the production of reports and design documentation.Participate in project meetings, site visits and design workshops.Experience RequiredPrevious industry experience is not essential. We are primarily looking for someone who can demonstrate:An interest in architecture, spatial design, transport infrastructure or rail stations.A strong interest in accessibility, inclusive design and the needs of different station users.Good written, verbal and visual communication skills.An interest in understanding how people interact with buildings and public spaces.Creativity and an ability to approach problems logically.Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.An ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Basic digital skills.Experience of drawing, modelling or design software would be beneficial but is not essential, as training and support will be provided.QualificationsYou should either be:Working towards an HND or other relevant qualification in Architectural Technology, Architecture, Civil Engineering, the Built Environment or a related discipline; orHolding an offer to study a relevant university course as part of a degree apprenticeship.

Posted 11 days ago

Graduate Engineer supporting early-stage design and feasibility work for railway stations, depots and car parks, focusing on Mechanical & Electrical (M&E), Telecoms, and multidisciplinary engineering designs.Purpose of the RoleThe Graduate Engineer is required to support the delivery of projects. Most projects will involve the development of early stage designs for railway station, depot and car park projects. The role will focus on developing and producing deliverables in support of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) and Telecoms designs, as well as supporting in multidisciplinary design outputs.Key ResponsibilitiesApply the company processes from the integrated management system (IMS).Apply relevant standards and regulations to the work being undertaken.Assist Project Engineers with early-stage feasibility studies and option selection design work. Carrying out site visits, report writing and assisting in the production design drawings.Participate in team meetings and technical workshops.Support the resolution of technical issues and interface challenges.Deliver a safe working culture within project teams that you are part of and promote safety within all aspects of your work.Manage design work and ensure works are being completed on time, to budget and at a high quality.Essential RequirementsDegree in a relevant engineering discipline (electrical or rail engineering).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication skills.Ability to produce high quality, clear and literate technical documentation and reports.Experience of using MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, or equivalents.Drive, determination, passion, flexibility and a positive mental attitude.Desirable RequirementsMembership of a recognised Engineering Institution (e.g. IET)Knowledge and experience of the railway.

Posted 11 days ago