We are searching for a Signalling Design Contractors Responsble Engineer to join the Signalling Design Team at AECOM.

You will undertake, verify and/or lead the production of signalling design as part of a dedicated signalling design team.

We are looking for an individual who is able to provide guidance and leadership to staff within theirs and other teams.

With a comprehensive understanding of the technical and business aspects of the rail-signalling industry, the Signalling Principal Designer / Engineer will participate in multi-disciplinary project teams, providing strong technical support to the discipline in terms of production, verification and mentoring.

You will support the Signalling Design Manager / Associate Director with additional duties as required such as, progress/programme reporting, tendering new works, production of guidance notes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project and Quality Delivery/Staff Development Produce deliverables in accordance with client and governance requirements for signalling and associated projects
• Design, verify and lead the delivery of signalling projects to deliver to defined timescales
• Bid preparation to support tendering of new works
• Mentor junior members of the signalling discipline
• Maintain knowledge of current practices, processes, standards and emerging technologies in relation to the signalling discipline
• Produce and verify signalling designs and documentation at a consistent and acceptable level of quality
• Partake in lessons learned reviews and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensure that the technical processes and procedures for the delivery of discipline outputs are followed
• Ensure that all skills and technical competence supporting documentation is kept up to date, e.g. IRSE licence, IRSE log book,
• Health, Safety and EnvironmentalTaking reasonable care of own health and safety and of anyone else who could be affected by own acts or omissions
• .Correctly using the work items provided, including personal protective equipment in accordance with training and instruction
• Giving full co-operation in all matters relating to health and safety
• Compliance with the Company’s Drugs and Alcohol Policy.
• Observing the requirements of the Group Health and Safety Policy.
• Promote health and safety best practice to Discipline teams though regular team briefs
• Ensure that procedures and systems are in place so that all projects are undertaken in a safe manner and project designs are compliant with health and safety legislation.
• Taking an active part in monthly HSQE meetings through sharing relevant health & safety information with others and identifying and prioritising HSQE issues that affect rail and the wider business.
• Reporting on unforeseen risks that may emerge during the course of their work using the appropriate systems
• Identify and manage risks throughout the design process and project lifecycle

Qualifications

• Holder of 1.1.160v6 Signalling Design Verifier, Holder of 1.1.550v6 Signalling Principles Designer licence
• IRSE, IET etcInstitution registration; IEng, CEng etc
• Engineering qualification; Degree, HND, HNC etc
• Experienced in the use of Bentley MicroStation
• Experienced in the use of common data environments such ProjectWise

Additional information

Your benefits will include: Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements. Core benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.