It reflects our commitment to delivering the highest standards in health and safety, quality and compliance across every single rail infrastructure design project.

Achieving Gold means we’ve passed a thorough assessment, including SSIP accreditation, and joined a select group of suppliers trusted across the UK construction industry.

A huge thank you to our team of dedicated engineers for making this possible.

We talk about:

- The reason for the business
- Addressing the needs of an ever-changing railway
- Growth
- Learnings of running a business
- Engaging to bring on future generations into rail.

Have a listen - https://www.railindustryconnect.co.uk/rail-industry-connected-celebrating-10-years-of-success-with-steve-whitmore-engauged-part-1/

As we walk, we’re following a virtual route from London Euston to Shildon, the birthplace of passenger rail.

So far, we’ve made it all the way past Stockton!

Here’s how the scores are looking this week:

Team 1 – 1,005,643 steps
Team 2 – 580,505 steps

We’re skipping the team names this time… just to keep things friendly

Our leading team is currently 16th on the national leaderboard!

But most importantly, every step helps raise money for a charity that provides financial support, mental health services, legal advice and more to rail workers and their families across the UK.

We’re aiming to raise £500.

If you’re able to donate, we’d be truly grateful:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/engauged-limited-2

Every contribution helps.

And what a year it's been! 

Since joining last February, Irvine has quickly become a key part of our design team.

When asked about a standout project from his first year,

Irvine highlighted a steelworks repair for an underbridge, where he:

• Designed steelwork to tackle deterioration
• Solved complex structural challenges
• Worked closely with senior engineers

He added:

"This project was both technically challenging and rewarding.

It reinforced my understanding of the importance of precision in design and compliance to industry standards”

Beyond design, Irvine's embraced enGauged’s culture:

Learning from the team, sharing knowledge and getting stuck into company events.

We're grateful to have him on board.

Here’s to another incredible year ahead, Irvine Mpala!

But it’s not just about how we move.

It’s also about how we design.

That's why we’re continuously refining our approach to reduce environmental impact.

Which means:

• Reusing materials wherever we can
• Reducing carbon through smarter design choices
• Using tools like the RSSB Carbon Tool early in the process

Small steps that, over time, make a big difference.

Two teams from enGauged are taking part:

- The Stepgineers
- Team enGenius

Together, we’ll be walking a million steps throughout May.

The virtual route will take us from London’s historic Euston Station all the way to Shildon in the Northeast, the birthplace of passenger rail.

That’s over 32,200 steps per day, per team.

All in support of the amazing work the RBF does to help rail workers and their families across the UK.

From financial grants and legal advice to mental health resources and emergency support, their services make a real difference when life throws the unexpected.

1st – 31st May
8 walkers
1,000,000 steps
One great cause

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We’re aiming to raise £500 for the Railway Benefit Fund.

If you're able to support us, we'd really appreciate it. Even a small donation will make a big difference.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/engauged-limited-2 

When we asked Simon what the most valuable part of the past four years has been, he didn’t hesitate:

"Starting my Civil Engineering degree. It’s allowed me to put theory into practice within our rail projects.”

And that’s exactly what he’s done.

After joining enGauged in 2021, Simon quickly became a key member of our engineering team.

Since then, he’s:

• Refined his civils and structural knowledge
• Contributed to major infrastructure projects

But Simon’s contributions go beyond the technical.

He’s always the first to share knowledge, support the team and help us work better together.

Today, we celebrate Simon Bennett and his four year journey at enGauged.

Here’s to many more!

Over the past 9 years, we've worked hard to achieve and maintain our accreditations and memberships.

We are honoured to hold them with renowned organisations, including:

• RISQS
• Constructionline
• Investors in People
• Living Wage Foundation
• Temporary Works Forum (TWf)

A heartfelt thank you goes to our dedicated team, valued clients and partners, for allowing us to add real value to the UK's rail infrastructure through our designs.

We have some exciting projects in the pipeline and are looking forward to growing further, year after year.

A bit about enGauged Limited...

We are a small but growing team of Rail Infrastructure Design Engineers. Our projects span across the UK, and we have an increasing portfolio with Tier-1 clients.

We are passionate about our people.

Working with us promises a supportive environment where you can develop your career.

Our HQ is in Crewe, but we have team members across the UK.

We're looking for two amazing engineers who are...

• Qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Interested in the rail industry.

Email your CV to:

recruitment@engauged.co.uk

Meet Simon, Brandon, and Finley – the future faces of engineering at enGauged Limited.

Last year, they embarked on their apprenticeship journey, pursuing BEng (Hons) degrees in Civil Engineering as part of their professional growth with enGauged.

In partnership with The University of Salford and Liverpool John Moores, our programme provides skills, knowledge and real-world project experience.

This #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers at enGauged and contributing to the advancement of the rail industry as a whole.

Our commitment to learning:
 
We support the ‘learn while you work’ approach, providing educational opportunities for our engineers and nurturing bright talent for the rail industry.
 
Currently, one of our exceptional engineers is set to complete his master’s degree, while three more embarked on their educational journey last year through apprenticeship routes.
 
We value the importance of education and strive to provide equal opportunities in the industry.

We protect the environment through our designs by

• Considering carbon and cost reduction.
• Minimising waste, optimising materials.
• Addressing environmental concerns.
• Undertaking ecological surveys.

We design with the future in mind.
 
Learn more about our commitment to a sustainable future

What a great way to wrap up 2023. A special thanks to all involved for helping us to achieve this milestone.

1. Buildability is the priority, minimising installation issues down the line.
2. Cost efficiency is considered, making projects more economical.
3. Early risk assessment minimises the future risk of harm.

We are honoured to hold accreditations and memberships with renowned organisations, including:

- CIRAS
- RISQS
- Constructionline
- Investors in People
- Living Wage Foundation
- Temporary Works Forum (TWf) 

Originally from Venezuela, design engineer Jonathan Telesca joined the enGauged team in 2021. He explains how, with the support of his team, he’s forging a successful career in rail.

'If I could offer newcomers to the UK rail industry one piece of advice, it would be ‘spend time around knowledgeable people, and ask them as many questions as possible.’

It’s an approach that served me well when I emigrated to the UK from Venezuela and secured my first role in the rail industry, as an assistant design engineer with specialist design practice enGauged. With the support of enGauged’s team, I’m now studying for a master’s degree in engineering and working towards chartered engineer status.

New opportunities in the UK

A qualified civil engineer, I struggled to find work due to the economic and political climate in my home country of Venezuela. After emigrating to England, I secured an engineering role, but soon recognised that it wasn’t the right fit for me.

When I interviewed with enGauged, I knew very little about the rail industry – besides the fact that trains run on two rails! Nevertheless, I was aware that the role would involve some civil engineering, and felt ready to gain experience in a new sector. After learning more about the projects enGauged undertakes – and being impressed by managing director Steve Whitmore and principal engineer Chris Seagar – I realised it was the kind of company I wanted to work for.

I started out as an assistant but explained that I was keen to become a design engineer – something I’ve since achieved. Today, I’m involved in the design of everything from temporary works and lineside buildings to footbridges, depots and platforms.

Bridging knowledge gaps

But a lack of rail knowledge initially threatened to hold me back. It was during this period that I realised just how important the right guidance is for newcomers to the rail industry. Unlike Venezuela, the UK has countless industry bodies and organisations; Steve and the team helped me to understand them, providing all the information I needed.

And, to qualify for a Personal Track Safety Card, you need basic knowledge of the rail industry. To prepare, I had a series of sessions with Steve and Lee, who also took me to Crewe station and showed me around.

I quickly realised that designers should take every opportunity to go onsite. These visits were very beneficial for me, helping me to understand the assets I was designing. Ultimately, getting out of the office and gaining practical experience is essential for industry newcomers.

Being willing to ask questions (even if they seem silly) is equally important. At enGauged, I work with some incredibly experienced engineers – but they’re always keen to share their knowledge with me. In my first three months with the business, I asked question after question, even having hour-long sessions with Steve to discuss the industry. I was never overwhelmed; the team fed me information gradually, ensuring that I could take it on board. I learned that, if you don’t know something, you should just ask.

Mastering a new industry

The team’s support has also enabled me to pursue a master’s degree in engineering via the Open University. I began the home-based course (which includes modules on project and business management) shortly before joining enGauged. Today, the business allows me to take study breaks, and grants me time off when I need it. While I’m able to complete most of my work at the weekend, it requires real effort, and meeting deadlines can prove challenging. Those days off make a big difference.

I’m also working to become a chartered engineer via the Permanent Way Institution (PWI). There are so many industry bodies to choose from, and I wasn’t sure which one was right for me. Steve pointed me in the direction of PWI, explaining that I could always join different organisations in future.

New responsibilities

And being new to the industry doesn’t mean you can’t progress – again, it’s often just a case of asking. I regularly ask for more involvement in projects, and Steve will always strive to make it happen.

I’ve been afforded some great opportunities. My first project was an industry-first report for Network Rail; it focused on replacing the concrete surrounding piles with gravel and has since been accepted. I’ve also been involved in the Wixams station development and am just starting work on the electrification of route section two and three on the Midland Main Line. It’s a large project and Steve gave me that responsibility, showing that he believes in me.

In the future, I’d like to become a senior design engineer, perhaps bringing my business or project management expertise into play. And if I’ve learned one thing as a newcomer to the rail industry, it’s that finding the right team is key. The environment at enGauged is very supportive, and if you’re unsure of something, a colleague will guide you. You might find yourself working for a great company – but if you don’t have a supportive and experienced team, the job becomes harder. 

If you are looking for a career in the rail industry, check out our careers page for opportunities work with us

Check out this months issue of Rail Professional to catch our MD Steve Whitmore in conversation

https://issuu.com/railpro/docs/rp_uk_june_2023_issuu_v2?fr=sMDY4ZjYwMTIxNTg 

UK rail is facing a significant skills crisis with The National Skills Academy for Rail (NSAR) warned the combination of increased demand, an ageing labour force, and reliance on European workers is driving the industry ever closer to an employment "cliff edge".

We strive to empower our team and support them to access further education, and hopefully contribute in reducing this gap. Our commitment to our employees and their future is paramount to our business and we are proud to have supported two employees, senior design engineer Lee Ratchford and trainee technician engineer Finley Haigh to access further education.

Read more here: https://issuu.com/raildirector/docs/rdmay23/26 

We have some amazing news to share!  Investors in People have assessed us… and we are thrilled to let you know that we have achieved We invest in people silver accreditation!

We believe that the success of our organisation begins and ends with people and that it is people that make work better

We are looking forward to exhibiting at the RIN event at Derby Arena on 8th September 2022.

This event is always a great success and we are looking forward to meeting everyone there! For more information on the event visit - www.rinevents.co.uk/venue/derby

Finley and Luke are joining us for the summer for work experience.  We will be providing them with an insight into civil engineering and the rail industry.

Finley has just completed his first year of a T-Level 3 course in Design, Survey & Planning.

Quote from Finley ”Working at enGauged has really expanded my knowledge about civil engineering as well as how a company works.  I think it is the best experience I can possibly get, the planning system of work they have in place is really useful when it comes to projects.” 

Luke has just completed his second year of a General Engineering degree.

Quote from Luke ”Working at enGauged has given me an incredible insight into how a professional engineering company operates. It has given me the opportunity to further develop my CAD skills, learn new software and put my university studies to practical use.”

We would like to welcome David McLaughlin to the team as Technical Director.  David has 22 years’ experience in the rail industry in a mix of client, contractor and designer roles.  He has held senior positions managing both design production and construction delivery of multi-million pound projects across the UK.  David is a Chartered Engineer and a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers.

The event will take place on 10th March 2022 at

The Business Design Centre
52 Upper Street
London,
N1 0QH

We hope to see you there!