Traffic Signal Engineer

Kier Group plc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Traffic Signal Engineer in Birmingham to support the Urban Traffic Control ITS team. You will help maintain and commission traffic signal infrastructure across the Birmingham network, ensuring safety and efficiency for road users, pedestrians, and cyclists.

The role involves working on existing signals, commissioning new sites, and ensuring installations meet current standards with proper handover and asset management. A driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Electrical background with NVQ level 2-3 Highway electrical systems or C&G Installation BS7671.
• Experience with traffic signal installation and engineering, including signal-controlled junctions and pedestrian crossings.
• Hands-on experience with SCOOT/MOVA/UTC signal control systems.
• Full driving licence and health & safety qualifications (IOSH, Nebosh or CITB).

Responsibilities

• Support maintaining and commissioning traffic signal infrastructure across Birmingham.
• Assist with site and factory acceptance testing and ensure documentation is complete.
• Conduct traffic signal design reviews and periodic inspections.
• Perform site inspections and audits considering pedestrians and cyclists.
• Prepare signal specifications for minor modifications and configuration changes.

Skills

Traffic signal design

Site inspections

Stakeholder support

Problem solving

Education

NVQ level 2-3 Highway electrical systems

C&G Installation BS7671

Tools

SCOOT

MOVA

UTC

Job description

We're looking for a Traffic Signal Engineer to join ourHighway Services team based in Birmingham., Location: Priestly Wharf, Holt St, Birmingham, B7 4BNHours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Traffic Signal Engineer, you'll be working within the Urban Traffic Control ITS team, supporting them in maintaining and commissioning traffic signal infrastructure across Birmingham. The Traffic Signal Engineer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of traffic signals on the Birmingham network. This is a crucial position helping to maintain existing traffic signals and commission new traffic signal sites through Kier projects, cycle and active travel schemes. You'll ensure correct installation and alignment with current standards, supporting the proper handover and management of traffic signal assets.

Your day to day will include:

• Assisting with site and factory acceptance testing, ensuring signals operate correctly with all documentation in place
• Carrying out traffic signal design reviews and periodic inspections
• Conducting site inspections and audits, ensuring all road users including pedestrians and cyclists are considered
• Preparing signal specifications for minor modifications and configuration changes
• Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to resolve challenges and provide technical information

You have an electrical background with NVQ level 2-3 Highway electrical systems or C&G Installation BS7671

• You have experience with traffic signal installation and engineering, including signal-controlled junctions and pedestrian crossings
• You have hands-on experience with signal control systems such as SCOOT/MOVA/UTC
• You hold a valid Health & Safety Course or Qualification from IOSH, Nebosh, or CITB
• You hold a full driving licence