Senior Engineer, Traffic Signals & ITS Systems

SWARCO ITS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SWARCO UK is seeking a Senior Engineer - Traffic Signals, Signs and Systems to join the Birmingham Depot, delivering maintenance and commissioning for the Black Country contract. The role focuses on installing, fault-finding and supporting ITS and traffic signal systems on site.

We value practical engineering, strong problem-solving, and the ability to coach less experienced engineers, with a full UK driving licence and sector qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in traffic signal, ITS, signs, electrical or electronic engineering.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Sector 8 accreditation and qualifications including NRSWA, G39 and ECS where applicable.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and Health & Safety.
• Ability to work independently and in a team on site.
• Ability to coach and share knowledge with less experienced engineers.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable, practical and safety-focused approach.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, fault-find and commission traffic signal & signs equipment and ITS.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Provide practical support and guidance to Engineers on site.
• Work across planned and reactive maintenance; respond to faults; complete required documentation; standby and call-out arrangements.

Skills

Traffic signals

ITS

Sign systems

Electrical engineering

Electronic engineering

Fault finding

Problem solving

Team coaching

Communication

Driving licence

Education

HNC/ONC in Electrical/Electronic discipline

Job description

SWARCO UK is seeking a Senior Engineer - Traffic Signals, Signs and Systems to join the Birmingham Depot, delivering maintenance and commissioning for the Black Country contract. The role focuses on installing, fault-finding and supporting ITS and traffic signal systems on site.

We value practical engineering, strong problem-solving, and the ability to coach less experienced engineers, with a full UK driving licence and sector qualifications.