Signalling Design Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Birmingham is seeking a Design Engineer - Signalling to join our Rail Infrastructure team. You will carry out design and design production checks on all aspects of Signalling systems as instructed by senior engineers, developing through the range of standard trackside equipment to more complex conceptual design and data works.

This role emphasizes hands-on design discipline, collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and opportunities to guide junior staff.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree/HND/HNC qualification.
• IRSE Signalling Designer Licence and Verifier licence will be advantage.
• Strong and effective communication and presentation skills.
• Experienced in Scheme Plans, LAP, Specifications, SSI Wiring, Fringe Designs.
• SSI (Westlock) data & control tables design experience desirable.
• WTS-Westlock trackside system technology knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake design production/checking of the signalling detail design as per relevant standards and Signalling Design Specifications.
• Perform complex railway signal design tasks to relevant standards, industry codes and practices.
• Interacting with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimum outcome.
• Provide functional support and guidance to junior Design staff for all aspects of Signalling Design.
• Assist in the risk assessment of planned and completed designs.

Skills

Signalling design experience

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Engineering Degree/HND/HNC

Tools

SSI Wiring

Westlock (SSI) data & control

WTS Westlock

Job description

Design Engineer- Signalling

Location: Birmingham

Outside IR35

Contract: February 2027 Minimum (Potential for Extensions)

Siemens Mobility is dedicated to pioneering the future of transportation. Our dynamic team is always exploring new ways to drive innovation and efficiency in rail. We are searching for forward-thinkers who are eager to challenge themselves and make a tangible impact. If you are passionate about creating sustainable and intelligent transport solutions, we want you on our team.

We have an opportunity to join Siemens Mobility as a Design Engineer- Signalling in our Rail Infrastructure business , shall be able to carry out design and design production checks on all aspects of Signalling systems as instructed by senior Engineers, developing through the range of standard trackside equipment to more complex conceptual design & data works.

You’ll make an impact by

• Undertake design production/checking of the signalling detail design as per relevant standards and Signalling Design Specifications
• Performing complex railway signal design tasks to relevant standards, industry codes and practices
• Interacting with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimum outcome
• Provide functional support and guidance to junior Design staff for all aspects of Signalling Design
• Assist in the risk assessment of planned and completed designs

Your success will be grounded by

• Engineering Degree/HND/HNC qualification
• IRSE Signalling Designer Licence and Verifier licence will be advantage
• Strong and effective communication and presentation skills
• Experienced in Scheme Plans, LAP, Specifications, SSI Wiring, Fringe Designs
• SSI (Westlock) data & Control tables Design experience will be desirable
• WTS- Westlock trackside system technology knowledge will be advantage