Interface Engineer

Interface Engineer

Location: Ashby de la zouch, UK (Hybrid/Office & Site-Based)
Outside IR35

Contract Duration: 12 Months

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Interface Engineer to join our rail infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all technical interfaces across complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring seamless integration between systems, stakeholders, and external partners.

You will play a key role in mitigating interface risks, driving coordination, and ensuring that all system boundaries are clearly defined, documented, and delivered.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the identification, documentation, and resolution of all project interfaces
Establish and maintain the Interface Register, ensuring it is accurate and up to date
Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and Interface Requirement Specifications (IRS)
Coordinate interface activities across multiple engineering disciplines (e.g., communications, control systems, passenger information systems)
Manage external interfaces, including client systems, third-party suppliers, and integration with existing (brownfield) infrastructure
Chair interface coordination meetings, ensuring actions are clearly defined and driven to closure
Escalate complex or unresolved interface issues to the Lead Project Engineer where necessary
Work closely with Change & Configuration Management to manage interface changes and their impact on scope

About You

Proven experience in an interface engineering or systems integration role, ideally within rail or infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and interface management processes
Experience producing and managing technical interface documentation (ICDs, IRS, etc.)
Excellent stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to manage both internal and external interfaces
Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with a proactive and structured approach

Desirable

Experience within rail systems (e.g., communications, SCADA, passenger information systems, or control systems)
Knowledge of brownfield integration challenges and working in operational environments
Familiarity with engineering lifecycle, assurance processes, and industry standards

Why Join Us

Contribute to the delivery of complex, high-value rail projects that transform transport infrastructure
Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment
Access to career development opportunities within a global organisationAll PPE provided by the client and Health and Safety explained before and on site.

Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on (phone number removed)

RBoniface

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

INDTR-PW

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants