Engineering Manager - Rail - Dublin

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. A little more about the role…As a Delivery Engineer on the MetroLink programme, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex railway systems that will underpin Dublin's future transport network. Acting as a technical lead for designated sub-systems, you'll oversee contractor activities across design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring solutions are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.Working closely with contractors, discipline engineers, and key stakeholders, you'll review technical submissions, manage interfaces, coordinate design changes, and help resolve complex engineering challenges. You'll monitor progress, provide technical assurance, support risk and safety reviews, and drive delivery performance across the project lifecycle.This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in one of Ireland's most transformative infrastructure projects, helping deliver innovative transport solutions that will benefit Dublin for generations to come.You willAct as the technical lead for designated sub-systems, overseeing contractor activities across design, procurement, installation, testing, and delivery.Review technical submissions, system architectures, interface requirements, and equipment and material approvals to ensure compliance with project requirements.Manage technical interfaces, RFIs, design changes, and coordination between contractors to support efficient project delivery.Monitor progress, identify risks and issues, and implement solutions to maintain programme momentum.Support design reviews, technical assurance activities, and workshops covering safety, operability, maintainability, hazards, and risk management.Collaborate with Functional Discipline Engineers to ensure technical requirements are effectively integrated across all disciplines.Provide performance metrics, technical reporting, and clear updates to senior programme stakeholders.Prepare and review technical reports, schedules, interface documentation, and systems engineering deliverables.Ensure consistent application of quality processes, procedures, and engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.Contribute to the successful delivery of safe, high-quality railway systems from design through to installation and commissioning.What we are looking for you to demonstrate…Degree level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline.Chartered Engineer status (or working towards chartership) or equivalent professional accreditation. Proven track record in assuring design deliverables, including reports, layouts, schematics, and calculations within multidisciplinary rail projects.Background in a similar role on large-scale infrastructure projects.Experienced in site surveys, site inspections, and asset condition assessments.Demonstrated capability in managing design resources and coordinating deliverable outputs.Strong understanding of project controls and technical report writing.Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?With us, you can. Apply today.#LI-CK1We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.#WeAreWSPHere at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Full timePosting Date: 2026-06-04