Lead Traffic Control Systems Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Traffic Signals Design Engineer to lead the design of complex traffic control systems. This role offers a balanced approach with a mix of home and onsite work, allowing for hands-on engagement with critical infrastructure projects. Join a dedicated team committed to innovation and excellence, where your expertise will directly impact the nation's traffic systems. This position not only promises professional growth but also offers a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Car allowance/Company Vehicle

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants, and Shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in designing signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings.
• Knowledge of traffic signal design standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and prepare technical designs for traffic systems.
• Provide technical oversight and create plans for new designs.

Skills

AutoCAD

Keysignals

OSC Mapper

AutoTURN

Microsoft Office Skills

MOVA Tools

LinSig 3

Traffic Signal Design

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

TOPAS 2500A Traffic Signal Controller

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Lead Traffic Control Systems Engineer (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Chesterfield

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Client:

Telent

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Traffic Signals Design Engineer United Kingdom (Remote) Job Description

We're looking for an experienced engineer to lead the design of complex signalised junctions, pedestrian crossings, and intelligent traffic control systems across a range of high-profile infrastructure projects. This agile role offers a 50/50 split between home working and onsite presence — ideal for surveys, design validations, and stakeholder engagement.

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

What you’ll do: Senior Traffic Signals Design Engineer:

• Undertake on-site inspections, surveys, commissioning, and supervision
• Preparation of technical designs of complex signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings in line with approved design procedures, along with the preparation of technical specifications.
• Provide technical oversight on creating ideas for new products or services and drawing up plans for new designs.
• Preparation of complex MOVA Designs and MOVA Datasets
• Good knowledge of design standards such as TSRGD, DMRB, and the Traffic Signs Manual
• Undertake MOVA Validations of complex junctions and roundabouts.

Who you are:

The ideal candidate will have previous experience designing signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings, seeking to advance to a Senior Design Services Engineer role with a fresh perspective on existing solutions within the Traffic Signal Design industry.

Senior Traffic Signals Design Engineer Key Requirements:

• Good knowledge of AutoCAD, Keysignals, OSC Mapper, and AutoTURN software
• Microsoft Office Skills
• Good knowledge of TOPAS 2500A Traffic Signal Controller Specifications
• Knowledge of MOVA Tools, Datasets, and Linking
• Knowledge of LinSig 3
• Full UK Driving Licence

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, providing opportunities to develop, learn new skills, and make an impact. We are growing and rely on our dedicated team to deliver excellence.

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to be themselves and thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Car allowance/Company Vehicle
• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days annually
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants, and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

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