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Your role, and what you’ll be doing:The Senior Design Engineer will own deliverables through specification development, development and deployment of SCADA and control system solutions, setting technical direction and continually refining engineering best practice.You will play a key role in shaping system architectures, functionality design and first-in-type solutions, driving reuse and where appropriate while also leading the creation of new, modular components where the solution demands it. The role spans the full engineering lifecycle - from early concept and bid support through detailed design, development, integration and delivery.This position suits an engineer who is technically credible, systems-minded, comfortable leading others, and being hands-on.What will be my Responsibilities?<ul><li>Deliver engineering activities for complex multi‑discipline systems, owning technical outcomes and ensuring solutions meet customer, safety and compliance requirements.</li><li>Deliver system designs, interfaces and integration strategies that are robust, scalable and aligned to project and operational needs.</li><li>Drive core systems engineering activities including the principles of reuse, requirements definition, decomposition, traceability, verification and validation.</li><li>Provide technical leadership across the engineering lifecycle - guiding engineers, assuring deliverables and shaping safe, secure and compliant solutions.</li><li>Apply the right standards, processes and governance to maintain engineering quality, configuration control, and design assurance.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers, SMEs and customers to resolve issues, manage risks and deliver successful project outcomes.</li></ul>&nbsp;What Skills, Qualifications and Experience do I need for this role?<ul><li>Proven experience delivering complex control and monitoring systems across domains such as Power SCADA, Station Information/M&amp;E supervisory systems, Tunnel Ventilation Control, or Route‑Wide Engineering Management Systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong technical competency in industrial control platforms, including hands‑on experience with A8000 RTUs, Siemens S7 PLCs, TIA Portal, and the integration of PLC/RTU‑based systems with field devices and networks.&nbsp;</li><li>Practical expertise with modern SCADA platforms, ideally WinCC OA, covering data modelling, architecture, system configuration, and multi‑system interface design.&nbsp;</li><li>Robust systems engineering capability—requirements capture and decomposition, architecture definition, interface control, integration planning, and full V‑lifecycle verification &amp; validation.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrable technical leadership at a senior/CRE‑equivalent level, providing design assurance, making engineering decisions, managing change and configuration, and delivering solutions in safety‑critical or mission‑critical environments.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience developing novel or first‑of‑type solutions, applying sound engineering judgement, risk management, and adherence to standards, processes and engineering governance.&nbsp;</li><li>Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical, Electronic, Control, Systems, or similar), with Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it), and excellent communication, problem‑solving and stakeholder engagement skills.</li></ul>&nbsp;

MPI Limited - Rail

Senior Design Engineer (SCADA)

Are you a Junior Electrical Design Engineer or CAD Technician looking to build a long-term career in the UK rail industry?Do you enjoy producing design and want to develop your understanding of low voltage electrical and communications systems across rail infrastructure projects?Salary:£28,000 to £37,500 DOE Location: Derby, minimum of 3-4 days in the office per weekA well-established railway electrical services provider is looking to appoint a Junior Electrical Design Engineer / CAD Technician to join its growing in-house design team based in Derby.This role has been deliberately designed to suit two profiles: a Junior Engineer at the early stages of their career, or an experienced CAD Technician who wants to specialise in rail and develop their technical knowledge. You will work closely with senior engineers on live rail projects, contributing to the delivery of LV electrical and communications designs for stations and trackside environments, while receiving hands-on mentorship and structured development.Essential skills &amp; experience<ul>
<li>Experience producing 2D technical drawings using CAD software, ideally Bentley MicroStation</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical work</li><li>Genuine interest in rail engineering</li><li>Prior experience creating low voltage electrical designs or drawings</li><li>Ability to work from the Derby office to support learning and collaboration</li><li>Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude</li></ul>
Essential for Junior Engineer applicants<ul>
<li>Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline</li><li>Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and willingness to learn industry standards</li><li>Minimum 1 year of low voltage electrical design experience</li></ul>
Essential for CAD Technician applicants<ul>
<li>Strong CAD capability with confidence producing accurate technical drawings</li><li>Interest in understanding the engineering intent behind designs</li><li>MicroStation experience</li><li>Previous experience working in a ProjectWise environment is highly advantageous</li></ul>
Desirable skills<ul>
<li>Exposure to Network Rail standards and procedures</li><li>Experience working on rail, infrastructure or engineering projects</li><li>Willingness to develop skills in design calculations and technical documentation</li></ul>
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive rail design team that is committed to developing talent. Whether you are a Junior Engineer looking to build practical design experience or a CAD Technician keen to grow into the engineering side of rail, this role offers a clear development pathway, funded training and long-term career progression.If this sounds like the right next step, apply now or get in touch with Emily Atkins at &lt;email address removed&gt; for a confidential discussion.

Carrington West Limited

Junior Electrical Design Engineer

Are you an Assistant Civil Engineer looking to develop your experience on rail infrastructure projects? Do you want to work on a wide range of civil and geotechnical schemes across Greater Manchester? Location: South Manchester /Hybrid Rate: £30-£35 Per Hour Contract Duration: 12 months IR35: Inside We're seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to support the delivery of rail projects across Greater Manchester. You'll assist with civil and geotechnical engineering tasks, contribute to design and reporting activities, and support the maintenance and upgrade of critical rail infrastructure assets. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of engineering schemes while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. Responsibilities: ·Assist in civil and geotechnical design, analysis, and reporting. ·Support ground investigations, earthworks assessments, and reviewing site data. ·Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical documentation. ·Attend supervised site visits and inspections, ensuring safety compliance. ·Work with multidisciplinary teams and support project managers with updates and reporting. Essential Requirements ·Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) ·Full UK Driving License ·Basic understanding of geotechnical principles. ·Good analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. ·Ability to interpret drawings and technical information. ·Willingness to undertake site work. ·2 years' experience with civil/foundation design or similar If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your CV to &lt;email address removed&gt; or contact me on &lt;phone number removed&gt; .

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