Principal Systems Engineer

Amey; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions company is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support operational technology initiatives in Manchester. The role involves working with clients to develop innovative solutions and lead multidisciplinary teams, focusing on the integration of advanced technologies in infrastructure projects. With a commitment to career development and flexible working options, Amey offers a dynamic environment for talented engineers to thrive.

Benefits

Health cash plan

24/7 GP access

Flexible work patterns

Pension scheme

Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Recognition bonus for achieving professional qualifications

Access to online discounts from retailers

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK Network Rail GRIP design and construction RIBA methodologies.
• Extensive post qualification experience in relevant fields.
• Experience designing and implementing server and network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Establish client requirements and aspirations.
• Drive projects by developing solutions to unchallenged problems.
• Lead a team of systems, SCADA, and test engineers to meet delivery expectations.

Skills

Communication

Documentation skills

System integration lifecycle appreciation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant field

Tools

SCADA

Customer Information Systems

CCTV Systems

Cyber Security

Job description

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Title: Principal Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: 7412

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) part of the Consulting business is leading innovation through data and technology, enhancing our clients' business operations and processes. We provide solutions that derive insights, improve decision-making, and define a digital strategy that supports their vision, transforming and enabling them to become leaders in a rapidly changing technology and data landscape.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer to support the growth and development of new workstreams in the Operational Technology market. As a Principal 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 Operational Technology Practice Lead.

The Role

A&A uses a flexible and agile approach to systems engineering and are enthusiastic about the use of new technologies. As a Principal Systems Engineer with us, you will develop and deliver solutions to meet and exceed client’s expectations using leading edge technology and innovation. Key responsibilities include:

• Working with high-profile clients to establish their requirements and aspirations
• Evaluating appropriate technologies and produce option reports with recommendations
• Driving projects forward by developing unique solutions to unchallenged problems in infrastructure
• Developing designs in accordance with client’s requirements and relevant design standards to achieve cost effective solutions
• Leading a team of systems, SCADA and test engineers to ensure client delivery expectations are met
• Working with the OpTech Practice Lead and Delivery Directors to develop proposals for future clients in the Operational Technology market space
• Creating and develop relationships with high-profile clients up to director level to gain new work and expand commissions.
  
  

What You Will Bring To Us

• Current/previous knowledge of UK Network Rail GRIP design and construction industry RIBA methodologies
• Experience in the co-ordination of the design process and management of design resource
• Extensive post qualification experience in any of the following fields, SCADA, Customer Information Systems, CCTV Systems, networking technologies, Cyber Security
• Good communication skills
• Good documentation skills (e.g. FDS, SDS, O&M manuals)
• Experience in or an appreciation for the full system integration project lifecycle (specification, design, develop, test, installation and commissioning)
• Experience in designing and implementing server and network infrastructure
• (including virtual environments, Modbus protocol, SQL server)
• Ability to represent A&A in multi-disciplinary project teams.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in the rail, highways or utilities industry
• Experience of bid process and tender response process
• Experience participating in design reviews and acting as design authority
  
  

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
• Bonus – up to 10% of base salary
• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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