Station Information Systems (SISS) Design Engineer - Collaborate with premier UK transport netw[...]

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Systems Engineer, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the UK's rail network. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with leading transport organizations, focusing on system design, technical engineering, and project management. You'll contribute to innovative solutions while developing your engineering skills in a supportive environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role not only promises personal growth but also the chance to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Wellbeing portal

Discounts via Telent Reward scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in system design and SISS engineering required.
• Relevant licenses/certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project upgrades across rail infrastructure.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Skills

SISS Engineering

System Design

Survey Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD/MicroStation

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Licenses/Certifications

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

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Station Information Systems (SISS) Design Engineer - Collaborate with premier UK transport networks (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Cheltenham

Client: Telent

Location: Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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.
• Leading on 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 create workable 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

• Maintaining in-depth knowledge of professional engineering disciplines.
• Arranging testing of products, systems, software, or infrastructure.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Developing personal engineering skills.
• Solving complex problems with new perspectives.
• Working independently with minimal guidance.
• Leading projects or project steps and mentoring colleagues.
• Complying with QEHS requirements.

Skill Requirements

• Previous technical SISS experience, including engineering, design, and survey skills.
• Relevant licenses/certifications.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD/MicroStation, and other CAD software.
• Strong communication skills.
• Customer-focused with stakeholder management skills.
• Problem-solving passion and analytical skills.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across sectors, roles, and technologies, supporting skill development and impact making. We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging everyone to thrive at work.

Additional benefits include:

• 26 days annual leave plus public holidays and options to buy or sell days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts via Telent Reward scheme.