Senior/Principal Traffic Control Engineer’

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Professional development

Flexible holidays

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Traffic Control Systems Engineer in Bristol to lead world-class traffic signal and ITS projects across the UK. You will guide design, deliver feasibility to detailed design, and manage client relations to ensure quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff, producing high-quality reports, and maintaining safety and project governance across multiple schemes.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of traffic signals design and highways design.
• Experience leading feasibility, preliminary and detailed design activities.
• Ability to develop construction packages for client tenders.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative solution skills.
• Proven ability to learn new skills and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication for client meetings and presentations.
• Experience leading small project teams and managing health and safety (CDM).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise delivery of traffic signal and ITS schemes from inception to operation.
• Engage with clients to provide technical advice and progress project delivery.
• Guide and develop less experienced staff on technical delivery and project management.
• Deliver and review high-quality technical reports and presentations.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness with cost estimates and scopes.
• Direct and manage projects, monitor budgets, identify risks and resolve issues.
• Work both in teams and independently to ensure delivery on time, budget, and quality.

Skills

Traffic signal design

ITS systems

Project leadership

Client engagement

Technical reporting

Budget awareness

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Overview

The AtkinsRéalis Traffic Control Systems (TCS) team works across the transport sector to help clients navigate a rapidly changing world, linking current traffic signals and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) with future‑focused technology opportunities. They undertake design, implementation, consultancy and advisory projects for a broad set of UK and international clients, including the Department for Transport, National Highways and local authorities.

Your role

As a Senior Traffic Control Systems Engineer, you will be a key part of a dynamic team, leading world‑class projects for clients across the UK. Your work will help improve journeys, promote safety and support a healthier, more sustainable environment while advancing traffic control technology and mobility.

• Lead and supervise delivery of traffic signal and ITS schemes from inception to operation, including detailed design, FAT, SAT and validation.
• Engage with clients to provide technical advice, develop opportunities and progress project delivery.
• Assist, guide and develop less experienced staff on technical delivery and project management.
• Deliver and review high‑quality technical reports and presentations.
• Demonstrate commercial knowledge, including preparation of cost estimates and scopes.
• Direct and manage projects, monitor budgets, identify risks and resolve issues.
• Work both as part of a team and independently, ensuring delivery to budget, time and quality.

About You

We are looking for a self‑motivated, ambitious, and analytical engineer with enthusiasm for delivering projects in the traffic signals sector. You should have:

• In‑depth knowledge of design processes and best practice for traffic signals, highways design and signal operation.
• Experience leading feasibility, preliminary and detailed design activities, and developing construction packages for client tenders.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to implement innovative solutions.
• Proven ability to learn new skills, understand complex technical projects and identify new opportunities.
• Strong communication skills, including presentations and client meetings, and the ability to build positive client relationships.
• Experience delivering outputs across multiple projects and leading small project teams.
• Strong awareness of health and safety issues, CDM.
• Either already a member of or keen to become a member of a relevant professional institute; we provide opportunities for professional registration and chartership.

Rewards & benefits

Competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits that support health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowance.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization that connects people, data and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems. We work with industry partners and clients to engineer a better future for people and the planet.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will be contingent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If required, the vetting process will be conducted by the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong. We offer flexible working arrangements, employee resource groups and policies that support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who meet the essential criteria.