Company Overview We are a leading engineering consultancy, recently awarded several high-profile rail infrastructure projects across Europe. Our current focus is a major high-capacity corridor project in partnership with Deutsche Bahn (DB), connecting Paris and Germany. We are seeking a Lead Rail Track Engineer to guide our multidisciplinary design team through the unique requirements of DB and European rail standards. Key Responsibilities - Technical Leadership: - Act as the German-speaking lead interface between the design team, project managers, and DB/client representatives. - Guide and mentor a team of 10-15 junior and mid-level designers (English-speaking), ensuring adherence to DB (RIL) and EU standards. - Oversee all seven design phases, from concept to documentation, ensuring compliance with DB-specific regulations and Eurocodes. - Validate all project input data, including reports, soil surveys, job descriptions, and site visit findings. - Coordinate and review planning and design deliverables, ensuring all documentation meets DB requirements. - Project Management: - Support project managers in planning, reporting, and communicating project progress to stakeholders. - Investigate and advise on design variations, cost implications, and technical solutions. - Facilitate effective communication between English-speaking designers and German-speaking stakeholders. - Quality & Compliance: - Ensure all designs and reports comply with DB's RIL codes and relevant EU standards. - Identify and communicate where DB standards diverge from Eurocodes, providing clear guidance to the team. - Collaboration: - Work closely with remote teams and be available for periodic travel to project sites and meetings in Germany and France. - Foster a collaborative, supportive environment for junior designers and engineers. Requirements - Language: - Fluent in German and English (written and spoken). - Experience: - Significant experience in rail track/civil engineering projects, preferably with Deutsche Bahn or similar European rail infrastructure. - Familiar with the German Design Approach according to HOAI, - Strong understanding of DB's RIL standards and Eurocodes. - Proven ability to lead and mentor design teams through all project phases. - Experience validating technical data and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. - Skills: - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to interpret and apply complex technical standards and regulations. - Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. - Other: - Willingness to travel within Germany and France as required. - Ability to work remotely and manage teams in a hybrid environment. Why Join Us? - Work on landmark European rail infrastructure projects. - Collaborate with an international, multidisciplinary team. - Flexible, remote working arrangements. - Opportunity for contract extension and further project involvement. Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Ryan Griffin #J-18808-Ljbffr