Rail Systems Engineer - SISS Design Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Rail Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team in Crawley. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in SISS engineering to enhance the UK rail network, working closely with key clients like Transport for London and Network Rail. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from design to implementation, while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative environment that values diversity and personal development. If you're passionate about engineering and innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing portal

Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping

Qualifications

• Strong background in SISS engineering and system design.
• Experience in leading projects and mentoring colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project upgrades across rail infrastructure.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead projects and comply with QEHS requirements.

Skills

SISS Engineering

System Design

Survey Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

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Rail Systems Engineer - SISS Design Specialist (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Telent

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to join our expanding Rail Systems Engineering team. You’ll be working in a part of Telent that is dedicated to maintaining the UK wide rail network. Our customers include Transport for London, Network Rail, and various Train Operating Companies.

Reporting to the Lead Safety and Security Engineer, the system engineer will be responsible for delivering project upgrade works mainly across Network Rail, TFL, TFGM, etc. infrastructure. Acting as the systems engineer for customer projects, you will undertake all technical aspects, including survey, design, and technical aspects of SISS within a Rail environment.

Typical Deliverables

• Strong experience in system design, survey, and technical engineering within SISS.
• May be required to lead in creating ideas for new products or services and drawing up plans for new designs.
• Taking ideas from initial design through to production and installation.
• Drawing detailed technical plans for ideas and concepts.
• Using mathematical and scientific skills to develop workable, real-world solutions.
• Selecting appropriate materials for new products or constructions.
• Calculating accurate cost analysis forecasts.
• Completing technical and regulatory documentation.
• Ensuring quality-control tests and overseeing construction, development, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of own engineering discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Arrange testing of products, systems, software, or infrastructure.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop personal engineering skills.
• Solve complex problems and innovate solutions.
• Work independently with minimal guidance.
• Lead projects or project steps and mentor colleagues.
• Comply with QEHS requirements.

Skill Requirements

• Previous technical SISS experience, engineering, design, and survey skills.
• Relevant licenses/certifications for the sector.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other CAD software.
• Good communication skills, collaborative mindset, customer focus, and problem-solving passion.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to visualize processes.

What We Offer

A career at Telent offers sector, role, and technology diversity, with opportunities for development and making an impact. We value an inclusive culture that respects diversity and encourages everyone to thrive.

Additional Benefits

• 26 days annual leave, plus public holidays, with buy/sell options.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping via Telent Reward scheme.