Signalling Engineer
Title: Signalling Engineer
Requisition ID: 9890
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Signalling Engineer to join our Consulting Rail team in Manchester and become part of a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. The standard working week is 37.5 hours and we offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part‑time and adaptable working patterns that allow you to adjust how you work as your life evolves.
What You Will Be Doing
* Contribute to signalling design elements of complete projects including control systems, interlocking, track circuits and communication systems; lead a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements; work in a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions.
* Preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.
* Oversee the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and take responsibility for their actions.
* Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attend progress meetings and respond to queries.
* Manage a small, locally based single‑discipline technical team and take responsibility for delivery of their workload.
* Contribute to the preparation of bids and general work‑winning functions.
* Drive effective health and safety practices within the team.
Qualifications
* Developed experience and expertise within Rail Design Engineering field, probably gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
* Ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements.
* Experience in undertaking project‑related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
* Successful completion of the initial professional development leading to either Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence and to the level defined by their education.
* Demonstrable commitment to their plan of actions and key dates leading to successful completion of either the professional review or end‑point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence.
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning.
* EngTech status is desirable, gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned.
What We Can Offer
* Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition.
* Competitive salary and compensation.
* Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
* 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
* Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
* Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
* Family‑friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
* Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
* Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often‑marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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