Principal Testing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principles Testing Engineer to be responsible for testing and commissioning signalling systems. Candidates must have experience in railway signalling testing, hold an IRSE License, and be willing to work flexibly. This position supports the development of cutting-edge solutions within the industry, offering a chance to work on complex projects while promoting staff development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive policies

Employee networks for support

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of fundamentals testing requirements.
• Experience with signalling principles and testing compliance.
• Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for testing and commissioning of signalling systems.
• Ensure adherence to rail standards and project requirements.
• Promote staff development as a route to self-development.

Skills

Experience in Railway Signalling Testing/Commissioning

Concepts and Functional Tester IRSE License

Knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook

Ability to work under pressure

Current Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Principles Testing Engineer (Testing and Commissioning) (11) IRSE 1.3.180, 1.3.170. AtkinsRéalis is the largest engineering consultancy in the UK, the largest multi-disciplinary consultancy in Europe, and the seventh largest design firm in the world. It is a FTSE 250 Company with a turnover of approx £1.4bn. It employs approximately 17,000 employees globally, of which 11,000 are UK based. The Rail Engineering Projects Testing and Commissioning Team is an exciting and growing team, eager to grasp modern systems, processes and concepts, within the regulatory framework that we are required to work. This role involves carrying out the basics testing of projects of all types, sizes and complexities. You will need to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and to use initiative whilst working within a highly regulated environment. Strong organisation and communication skills are essential. Experience, knowledge and understanding of signalling principles and how to test for compliance with them on SSI, and ideally relay based interlockings, is preferred. The role reports to the Testing and Commissioning Engineer (Principles). The work is split between fixed office-based design workstation testing and site-based project work, which may require lodging away for extended periods and working unsocial hours. A full UK driving licence is required.

Requirements

• Experience in Railway Signalling Testing/Commissioning on projects of any size. Concepts and Functional Tester IRSE License. Knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook.
• Thorough and detailed knowledge of fundamentals testing requirements.
• Railway Signalling experience, especially in Principles of signalling testing of SSI schemes and ideally with conventional free-wired and/or geographical systems. Good knowledge of Railway Group NWR company standards requirements.
• Able to work under pressure during intense periods of commissioning and similar activities.
• Current Driving Licence. Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project. Able to contribute to the management team to provide development and future direction for the testing group.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the Principles testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling systems for simple and complex signalling projects, and contribute to testing on major projects.
• HOLD NR CofC and HOLD IRSE License – Tester in Charge and Functional Tester IRSE License 1.3.190 / 1.3.170 or have held in the past few years.
• Undertake testing duties within the scope of Certificate of Competency held.
• Identify resource requirements for projects and ensure competent staff are utilized, briefed on their work and responsibilities, and that necessary documentation is completed.
• Encourage and promote staff development as a route to self-development. Deputies for the Senior Testing Engineer (Principles).
• Provide upward briefing of project principles testing status to manage T&CE and Project team as required. Ensure adherence to AtkinsRéalis rail standards, procedures, processes covering all engineering, safety, administrative and project requirements.
• Co-operate with quality, safety, and environmental objectives and contribute to AtkinsRéalis rail continual improvement. Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, procedures, innovations and initiatives.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We are creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You’ll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you’ll be in a privileged position, delivering what’s right for governments and communities and helping to improve our leading environmental performance.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not reference or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic, and enriches itself through these differences.