Our client is seeking an experienced, technically strong, and highly organised individual to take on a leadership role within their Rail team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering large, multi-disciplinary rail projects and will have operated as aRail Engineering ManagerorDesign Manager.This role would suit aChartered Engineerwith experience across all stages of the project life cycle. You'll have the opportunity to lead the technical delivery of projects of varying size and complexity, while managing and mentoring a team of engineering managers within the Rail division. You can be based in Dublin or Cork.AsEngineering Director, you'll play a key leadership role within the Transportation team, providing technical oversight of the largest rail projects across Ireland — either by directly supporting project delivery or by guiding and developing others in these roles. You'll also be responsible for setting the overall technical strategy for rail engineering in Ireland, helping to shape team structures and delivery approaches to meet client and project needs.You will be expected to act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic and technical guidance as they deliver major infrastructure investment programmes.Key Responsibilities:Provide overall engineering and technical leadership for rail projects in Ireland.Act as Design or Engineering Manager on major projects.Lead and manage a team of Engineering Managers.Develop and implement an effective competency management framework for rail engineering delivery.Manage the multi-disciplinary design process, ensuring outputs meet required standards and client expectations.Serve as the primary technical contact for all rail-related matters in Ireland.Oversee quality management and technical assurance systems.Support business development through technical input into proposals and bids.Promote a culture of safe-by-design throughout all project stages.Foster continuous improvement in both individual and team performance.Requirements:Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland or an equivalent professional institution.Educated to degree level (Level 8/9) in Engineering or a related discipline.Significant postgraduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment.Strong understanding of BIM Level 2 project delivery.Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and best practices in the rail sector.Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.Full driving licence.Desirable Attributes:Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.Strong organisational and communication skills.Experience mentoring engineering professionals.Passion for delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable transport infrastructure.