Principal Traffic Signal Systems Designer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Traffic Signal Systems Designer to lead the design of complex traffic systems. This role offers a balanced 50/50 split between home and onsite work, allowing for effective collaboration and innovation. Join a high-performing team dedicated to enhancing critical infrastructure and ensuring connectivity across communities. With a focus on impactful work, this position provides an opportunity to contribute to significant projects while fostering your professional development in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Car allowance/Company vehicle

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience designing signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings.
• Proven technical oversight in traffic signal design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and prepare technical designs.
• Validate MOVA systems for complex junctions and roundabouts.

Skills

AutoCAD

Keysignals

OSC Mapper

AutoTURN

Microsoft Office

MOVA tools

LinSig 3

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Principal Traffic Signal Systems Designer (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Basingstoke

Client: Telent

Location: Basingstoke, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Traffic Signals Design Engineer - United Kingdom (Remote)

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

Join our Engineering Team at Telent to innovate and develop solutions, working closely with technical experts committed to impactful work. Be part of a high-performing team that contributes to maintaining the nation's critical infrastructure connectivity and security 24/7.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site inspections, surveys, commissioning, and supervision
• Prepare technical designs of complex signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings, including technical specifications
• Provide technical oversight for new product or service ideas and design plans
• Prepare complex MOVA designs and datasets
• Apply knowledge of standards such as TSRGD, DMRB, and the Traffic Signs Manual
• Validate MOVA systems for complex junctions and roundabouts

Candidate Profile:

Ideal candidates will have experience designing signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings and are looking to advance to a Senior Design Services Engineer role, bringing a fresh perspective to traffic signal design solutions.

Key Requirements:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Keysignals, OSC Mapper, and AutoTURN
• Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge of TOPAS 2500A Traffic Signal Controller specifications
• Familiarity with MOVA tools, datasets, and linking
• Knowledge of LinSig 3
• Full UK driving license

What We Offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across sectors, roles, and technologies, supporting skill development and impactful work. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and ideas, enabling everyone to thrive.

Additional Benefits:

• Car allowance/Company vehicle
• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping via Telent Reward scheme

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in designing, building, supporting, and maintaining critical digital infrastructure. With decades of experience, we help connect communities using cutting-edge technology. Join us to make a real impact, fulfill your potential, and work with a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals.

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Our values include:

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• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focused