Asset Engineer Structures – Network Rail

Network Rail is seeking an experienced Asset Engineer Structures (R&E) to help shape renewal and enhancement programmes across the Southern Region. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of a safe, reliable railway while benefiting from flexible working, excellent career development and a competitive rewards package.

Location: London Blackfriars
Salary: Band 4C £43,588 – £53,167 plus Inner London Allowance of £3,270
Closing Date: 18 September 2026

Network Rail is responsible for keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across Britain’s railway network. Every role plays an important part in connecting communities, supporting economic growth and delivering a safe, reliable railway for millions of people every day.

Network Rail is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities it serves. The organisation values flexibility, supports work-life balance and is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. More information on Network Rail’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion commitments can be found on its website.

Safe behaviour is a fundamental requirement of working at Network Rail, and applicants should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the company’s safety vision and commitment to keeping people safe.

Network Rail has an opportunity for an Asset Engineer Structures (R&E) within the Southern Region Asset Management Team.

Based at London Blackfriars, the successful candidate will determine renewal requirements and develop engineering renewal and enhancement schemes for structures assets. The role involves producing specifications, setting acceptance criteria and ensuring engineering work is delivered in accordance with Network Rail standards, policies and quality requirements.

• Inspect and prioritise renewal proposals for inclusion in the Structures engineering workbank.
• Undertake engineering analysis and risk assessments to support asset management decisions and scheme development.
• Support the production and prioritisation of route business plans.
• Develop renewal and enhancement schemes before handover to delivery teams.
• Provide technical support throughout project development and implementation.
• Produce clear project remits and assess completed schemes against project requirements.
• Specify acceptance criteria for design approvals, equipment acceptance and maintenance handback.
• Collaborate with colleagues across asset and project teams to optimise engineering activity and address technical issues.
• Ensure accurate asset records and modification histories are maintained.
• Undertake condition inspections to inform future renewals planning.

Network Rail provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to buy or sell additional leave.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Carer’s leave.
• Travel benefits including:
  • Up to 75% subsidy on rail and London Underground season tickets.
  • Up to 75% discount on leisure rail travel.
  • Interest-free loans for season tickets and station car parking.

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Significant experience within structures or civil engineering.
• Sound knowledge of structures engineering policies and standards.
• Knowledge of structures assessment methodologies.
• Understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques.
• Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.

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