Systems Engineer

Jobtailor; Redhill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team. You will lead requirements analysis, design, and integration for complex programmes, and work with customers and technical stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The role involves developing system architectures, interface specifications, and SoWs, while maintaining compliance with quality standards and ITIL/INCOSE practices. Travel may be required to support delivery and engagement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Systems Engineering or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience as a Systems Engineer on complex integration or technology projects.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle in systems engineering.
• Experience with requirements analysis, decomposition, and management using structured methods.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, solution design, and system integration.
• Experience with software interfaces and APIs, including HTTP/S, REST, and JSON.
• Knowledge of verification, validation, and system testing principles.
• Experience working with customers and managing technical stakeholders.
• Excellent technical documentation and presentation skills.
• Experience in transport, ticketing, automated fare collection, or large-scale infrastructure is desirable.
• Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS.
• Knowledge of UML, Enterprise Architect, or other MBSE tools.
• Experience in Windows and UNIX/Linux environments.
• Awareness of ITIL and lifecycle management best practice.
• INCOSE certification, ITIL certification, or related postgraduate qualification.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and balance technical and business objectives.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Adaptable with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements analysis and workshops with customers and stakeholders.
• Analyse, design, and document cost-effective technical solutions meeting requirements.
• Produce system architectures, functional designs, interface specifications, and SoWs.
• Develop traceable requirements across customer, business, and solution objectives.
• Support integration, verification, validation, and qualification planning.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and risk management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and to spec.
• Participate in technical reviews, customer presentations, and meetings with clients.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

Stakeholder management

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering or related

INCOSE/ITIL certification or related postgraduate qualification

Tools

IBM DOORS

UML/Enterprise Architect

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• As we continue to deliver complex technology and integration programmes, we are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team.
• This role is responsible for the analysis, design, integration, and delivery of complex systems, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements, technical standards, and project objectives.
• Working closely with customers, project managers, software and hardware engineers, and other technical stakeholders, the Systems Engineer will play a key role throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements capture and solution design through to integration, verification, validation, and deployment.
• Lead requirements analysis, capture, and decomposition activities for complex integration projects, facilitating customer workshops and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyse, design, and document cost‑effective technical solutions that meet customer, business, and project requirements.
• Produce systems engineering documentation, including system architectures, functional designs, interface specifications, statements of work, integration strategies, and technical artefacts.
• Develop requirements that are fully traceable to customer, business, and solution objectives using established systems engineering methodologies.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and qualification planning throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to technical proposals, project estimates, and Statements of Work (SoW) for new and existing opportunities.
• Provide systems engineering input into project planning, scheduling, and risk management activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Participate in technical reviews, customer presentations, and meetings with clients and subcontractors.
• Promote engineering best practice, quality standards, and continuous improvement within the Systems Engineering function.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies, industry standards, and systems engineering methodologies to support innovation and continuous improvement.
• Travel domestically and internationally, where required, to support project delivery and customer engagement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, security requirements, and health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support wider engineering initiatives and undertake additional duties as reasonably required.

Requirements

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience working as a Systems Engineer on complex integration or technology projects.
• Demonstrable experience in systems engineering across the full project lifecycle.
• Experience in requirements analysis, decomposition, and management using structured systems engineering methodologies.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, solution design, and systems integration.
• Experience with software interfaces and APIs, including HTTP/S, REST, and JSON.
• Knowledge of verification, validation, and system testing principles.
• Experience working with customers and managing technical stakeholders.
• Excellent technical documentation and presentation skills.
• Experience within transport, ticketing, automated fare collection, or other large‑scale infrastructure environments.
• Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS.
• Knowledge of UML, Enterprise Architect, or other model‑based systems engineering tools.
• Experience working within Windows and UNIX/Linux environments.
• Awareness of ITIL, systems lifecycle management, and industry best practice.
• INCOSE certification, ITIL certification, or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
• Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the confidence to engage at all levels.
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and build collaborative working relationships.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of balancing technical excellence and business objectives.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Adaptable, quick to learn new technologies, and committed to continuous professional development.
• Willingness to travel in support of project and customer requirements.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, including requirements analysis, solution design, and systems integration, while ensuring compliance with quality standards and project objectives. Proficient in technical documentation and stakeholder management, with a strong focus on delivering cost‑effective solutions in complex integration projects.