RAMS Engineer

Job Title:

RAMS Engineer

Location:

Staffordshire (100% on-site)

Contract Type: 12-Month Contract

The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced RAMS Engineer to join a global team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on high-voltage electrical equipment, specifically within HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) systems.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating, creating, verifying, and validating reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) models for HVDC systems and subsystems. You will manage project risks throughout the lifecycle, enforce engineering discipline, drive quality processes, and provide technical leadership and training to both customers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities RAM Studies & Strategy

Conduct RAMS studies for HVDC projects and tenders, covering both LCC and VSC technologies.

Define spare part requirements and maintenance strategies.

Establish and monitor RAMS study structures, processes, and performance indicators.

Track and report status updates to RAMS management and present performance dashboards in cross-functional gate reviews.

Chair 3D Model Reviews with a specific focus on maintainability.

Lead engagement with OEMs, manage interface control documents, and oversee logistics interfaces.

Direct maintainability deliverables and coordinate with consultants.

Facilitate RAMS workshops and ensure the timely closure of action items.

Health & Safety

Actively promote the identification of hazards and EHS risks within your area of operation and design objects.

Provide actionable insights to leadership, clients, and colleagues regarding safety, system integrity, and product standards.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or an equivalent field) from an accredited institution.

Experience:

Proven, substantial practical experience performing RAMS engineering within complex industrial environments.

Desired Skills & Competencies Technical Domain

Strong background in HVDC systems.

Expertise in RAM assessment and management.

Proficiency in key methodologies: RBD, FMECA, RCM, Maintainability Conformity Studies (MCS), Maintenance Strategy (MS), Job Cards, Maintenance Manuals, Reliability Growth, and FTA.

Experience with the RAMS ‘V’ cycle.

Bonus:
Knowledge of Hazid, Hazop, Bowtie, and requirements management.

Engineering Management

Planning:
Strong ability to plan and manage complex team workflows.

Risk Management:

Proactive in identifying and mitigating issues and opportunities.

Knowledge Transfer:
Capable of mentoring, coaching, and deploying training for customers and colleagues.

Tools:

Experience with software such as Isograph, Risk Spectrum, or Bow Tie XP.

Professional Attributes

Communication:
Excellent oral and written skills; capable of structuring defendable arguments and decisions.

Leadership:
Strong technical leadership, problem-solving abilities, and an instinctive approach to engineering.

Negotiation:
Adept at resolving differences of opinion and balancing competing stakeholder interests.

Soft Skills:

Self-motivated, results-driven, resilient, and comfortable working to tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality outputs