via Reed · 11 September 2026 ·8 days ago

Lead Signalling Design Engineer

Fusion People Ltd
Birmingham Contract GBP 130,000 – 143,000
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Lead Design Engineer (Signalling)

Rail Client

Contract duration - initially until 26/02/2027 with potential extensions

Location - Birmingham

IR35 - outside

Rate - £500 - £550 per day

Requirements:

  • Engineering Degree/HND/HNC qualification

  • IRSE Signalling Principles Designer and Signalling Design Verifier Licence

  • Strong and effective communication and presentation skills

  • Experience in all aspects of design and implementation of Signalling Systems Engineering with focus on preparation and checking of design plans and working details

  • Competent in Scheme Plans, LAP, Specifications, SSI Wiring, Fringe Designs and Checking.

  • SSI (Westlock) data & Control tables Design/Checking experience will be desirable

  • WTS- Westlock trackside system technology knowledge will be advantage.

Responsibilities:
  • 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

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