Operational Technology Engineer - Highways & ITS

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 39,340 - 44,970

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

National Highways is seeking an Assistant Operational Technology Specialist to join the OTSE team, focusing on cables and cabinets and supporting the infrastructure underpinning roadside technology across the Strategic Road Network.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and continuous improvement, with a hybrid working model and two days per week in the office. You will translate complex concepts for a wider audience and contribute to architectural standards and roadmaps.

Qualifications

Experience with operational technology in highways or transport infrastructure.
Familiarity with UTMC, NTCIP, and DATEX2 standards.
Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
Experience with roadside infrastructure components such as cabinets, feeders or cabling systems.
Willingness to develop towards a technical specialism or professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Lead OT Specialists and stakeholders to direct operational technology products and services.
Identify issues and translate complex technical concepts into clear language for wider understanding.
Support governance, assurance, and approval processes prior to live deployment.
Contribute to development of architectural standards, roadmaps, and specifications to enhance capability, reliability and safety.
Engage with teams and suppliers to support delivery, procurement and continuous improvement of technology solutions.