Instrumentation & Monitoring Engineer

HS2 Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

Job summary

HS2 Ltd. in Birmingham invites an Instrumentation and Monitoring Engineer – Design And Engineering to join the Midlands team delivering critical rail assets.

Based in Birmingham, you will support setting out and control checks and install monitoring instruments as part of IPT Area North operations. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or surveying, proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint, strong communication with stakeholders, and a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification or proven experience, in an engineering or surveying discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated proactive approach and strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights
• Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility

Responsibilities

• Support setting out and control checks where required
• Carry out installation of monitoring instruments (e.g. prisms, targets, PLPs)
• Assist in maintenance and inspection of instrumentation systems
• Prepare and check survey/monitoring equipment before site works
• Assist with calibration and maintenance of equipment
• Ensure proper storage and cleanliness
• Assist with basic data processing and upload (e.g. Mission OS / similar platforms)
• Maintain accurate installation and monitoring records

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Willingness to work unsociable hours

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.

Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Instrumentation and Monitoring Engineer – Design And Engineering

Location:

Based in Birmingham - the Central Region runs from the east of Birmingham into the city centre, comprising Sublot Delta, 1B, 4 and 5S. More than 50% of the structures within IPT Area North are located in the Central Region. This region, which covers a complex urban environment, also includes the 3.5 mile twin bore Bromford Tunnel. It also includes Interchange Station, as well as crossing three major highways (A45, M6 and M42).

• Support setting out and control checks where required
• Carry out installation of monitoring instruments (e.g. prisms, targets, PLPs)
• Assist in maintenance and inspection of instrumentation systems
• Prepare and check survey/monitoring equipment before site works
• Assist with calibration and maintenance of equipment
• Ensure proper storage and cleanliness
• Assist with basic data processing and upload (e.g. Mission OS / similar platforms)
• Maintain accurate installation and monitoring records

• A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification or proven experience, in an engineering or surveying discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated proactive approach and strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights
• Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us:

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.

Flexible Working

We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.