Assistant Systems Engineer

Amey; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is looking for an Assistant Systems Engineer to support the growth in Operational Technology. This role requires no prior professional experience but a strong interest in engineering fields. You will collaborate with a skilled team to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring effective communication and a keen analytical skill set. The company offers flexibility, career growth, and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous Pension

24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Discounts from retailers

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• No professional experience or qualification is required.
• Interest in engineering fields such as networking, Cyber Security, SCADA.
• Strong technical understanding of systems engineering lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to establish requirements.
• Evaluate technologies and produce option reports.
• Communicate with team members to identify problems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Strong academic background in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you'll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

The Analytics & Advisory (A&A) team are part of the Consulting business responsible for leading innovation through data and technology to enhance our clients' business operations and processes. We allow clients to derive insights and improve decision-making through the implementation of digital data acquisition solutions and systems integration of their operational technology assets.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Systems Engineer to support the growth and development of new workstreams in the Operational Technology market. As an Assistant Systems Engineer, you will work with a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team, high-profile clients, and external contractors therefore good communication and people skills are essential. You will be reporting to the Senior / Principal Engineers.

The role:

A&A uses a flexible and agile approach to design engineering and are enthusiastic about the use of new technologies. As an AssistantSystems Engineer with us, you will develop and deliver solutions to meet and exceed client's expectations integrating technology and innovation.

No professional experience or qualification is required for this role but you will need some pre-existing interest and some personal exploration into any of the following engineering fields; networking technologies, Cyber Security, SCADA, CCTV Systems, Alarm/Access Control Systems or Public Address.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working with internal and external stakeholders to establish requirements
• Evaluating appropriate technologies and producing option reports with recommendations
• Communicate proactively with other team members to provide encouragement, identify problems, create solutions and unblock technical issues
• Developing designs in accordance with client's requirements and relevant design standards to achieve cost effective solutions.

What you will bring to us:

• Strong academic background in an engineering discipline (or equivalent portfolio/work experience)
• Strong analytical skills and be able to apply more creative and abstract thinking to help develop solutions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
• Adaptable, able to think on your feet and for yourself, able to pick up new areas quickly

• Strong technical understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle, including:

• Requirements management

• System design processes (system and sub-system specification)

• Product validation and verification.

Desirable:

• Computer literate and conversant with AutoCAD or Microstation
• Experience of requirements gathering and documenting design using an industry standard design methodology
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer through IET or BSC, or working towards
• Experience in the rail, highways or utilities industry

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Career Development -

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We're huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life Balance -

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we're open to discussing working options that suit you.

Wellbeing -

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers

EDI-

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value -

You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

Plus, a range of other great perks and benefits including:

• Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.

You'll be stretched, but always supported. We'll recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You'll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

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