Jeremy Marson
About Jeremy Marson
Jeremy Marson is a Senior Track Design Engineer at Arup with extensive experience in rail projects and engineering roles across various companies.
Current Position at Arup
Jeremy Marson currently holds the position of Senior Track Design Engineer at Arup. Based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, he has been with the company since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for various aspects of track design, including S&C design, plain line design, and line speed enhancements. His experience also encompasses feasibility studies, gauge clearance studies, and coordination of multidisciplinary projects.
Previous Experience and Roles
Jeremy Marson has a wealth of experience in the rail industry, having held significant roles at various companies. Prior to his current role at Arup, he served as a Travel Specialist in 2017. From 2014 to 2016, he was with Bechtel Corporation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, working as a Track Engineer for Track & Depots. He also spent considerable time with AECOM as a Senior Engineer (2012-2014) and Permanent Way Engineer (2010-2012). Earlier in his career, he worked for companies such as Kellogg Brown and Root, Amey, Network Rail, and Bespak.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Jeremy Marson completed his secondary education at Wisbech Grammar School, where he studied from 1991 to 1998. He then pursued a degree in Engineering and Management at the University of Exeter, obtaining a BEng (Hons) from 1999 to 2002. He has since achieved Chartered Engineer Status with the Engineering Council (UK) and holds corporate membership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Additionally, he is an active member of the Permanent Way Institution (PWI).
Key Projects and Contributions
Jeremy Marson has been involved in several high-profile projects during his career. Notably, he led the Track Design for Line 2 of the Riyadh Metro Project from November 2013 to July 2014. He also served as Track Engineer for the BACS Consortium, contributing significantly to both engineering and construction aspects. His expertise extends to having worked on a multidisciplinary rail project in the Sydney metropolitan area and a coalmine life extension project in the Hunter Valley. He has managed design, multidisciplinary coordination, and provided construction and field engineering support.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Jeremy Marson has developed a strong skill set in various technical areas related to track design and engineering. He is proficient in using key software packages such as Bentley Rail Track, MicroStation, and ClearRoute. His experience includes S&C design, plain line design, line speed enhancements, platform extensions, and platform alignment design. Furthermore, he has been involved in conducting track feasibility studies and gauge clearance studies, managing subcontractor engineering, and preparing tender and bid proposals.