P-Way Engineer

  • Matchtech
  • City, Cardiff
  • Apr 24, 2026
Full time

Job Description


Our client, a leading railway infrastructure contractor, is currently seeking an experienced P-Way Engineer for a permanent role. This position is ideally suited to an engineer with a strong background in Switches & Crossings (S&C) and plain line track renewals, who is comfortable supporting both the planning and delivery of works.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing engineering support for plain line and complex S&C renewals
  • Acting as a Track Engineer on multi-discipline railway construction projects
  • Producing, reviewing, and managing Work Package Plans (WPP), Task Briefings (TBs), and engineering documentation and technical reports
  • Supporting weekend renewal works on site during possessions
  • Managing CRT processes, including creation, submission, and close-out of forms
  • Supporting track handbacks and possession activities
  • Liaising with project management, delivery teams, and other disciplines
  • Ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and safety procedures
  • Supporting the AMP process, including creation and management of H&S files


Job Requirements:

  • Experience as a Track Engineer on multi-discipline railway construction projects
  • Proven experience working on track renewals, including plain line and complicated S&C layouts
  • Level 3 Stressing competency
  • 3D surveying competence
  • Plain line and S&C tamping competence
  • Track Handback competency (Level 2 minimum preferred)
  • Experience writing WPPs and TBs
  • Experience in CRT management, including form creation and submission
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience of the AMP procedure, including H&S file production
  • Strong understanding of Network Rail standards and procedures
  • Ability to work mid-week in an office environment and attend weekend site works


If you are a P-Way Engineer with strong S&C and track renewal expertise, looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team. Please send your CV