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Signalling Principles Design Verifier
Manchester, North West
WSP USA
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Role**
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
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Signalling Principles Design Verifier
Glasgow, Scotland
WSP USA
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Role**
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
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Signalling Principles Design Verifier
Birmingham, West Midlands
WSP USA
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Role**
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
To effectively produce, verify and deliver safety-related signalling design deliverables:
+ **Understanding Client Requirements** : Review and analyse the specific requirements outlined by the client, ensuring clarity on expectations and deliverables, and ensure alignment with relevant railway standards;
+ **Knowledge of Railway Standards** : Knowledge of relevant railway standards (e.g., Network Rail Company Standards, RSSB Standards, BS, EN standards) to ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations;
+ **Delivery Strategies** : Develop or verify comprehensive delivery strategies outlining phases, milestones and responsibilities. To identify resources and key stakeholders;
+ **Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis** : Assist key project members with hazard identification workshops, perform risk assessments using industry standards and methodologies and ensuring to document and prioritise the risk identified;
+ **Subcontract Specifications** : Assist the Signalling Design CRE with drafting and gathering information for subcontractor specifications, by assisting to develop scopes, determining deliverables measuring performance metrics;
+ **Tendering & Estimates** : Assist the Signalling Design Management team with tendering documentation, including scope of works and cost estimates based on project requirements and industry benchmarks for all new opportunities;
+ **Technical Constraints** : Ability to identify technical constraints that may affect the design, i.e. existing infrastructure, safety systems, or budget limitations;
+ **Design Process** :
+ **Feasibility Design** : Develop or verify initial design concepts that meet the client's technical requirements, by producing plans, logs, reports, calculations and specifications;
+ **Detailed Design** : Create or verify detailed design documentation, including locations/REBs/RR's, schematics, specifications, reports, logs and calculations;
+ **Design Investigations** : Carry out or verify necessary design investigations to address both technical or programme issues or failures; Document or verify findings and recommended solutions;
+ **Engineering Assurance** : Implement engineering assurance processes to ensure all designs meet safety standards and client specifications; Assist with the implementation of safety assurance processes throughout the Signalling design team; Assurance of own and others signalling design to a signalling principles requirement;
+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with the CRE or Responsible Engineer for guidance and feedback throughout the design process, and to assist the CRE with the delegation of certain CRE tasks;
+ **Review and Revision** : Part take in regular reviews of design deliverables and make necessary revisions based on feedback from stakeholders;
+ **Documentation** : Ensure all design documents are well-organized and easily accessible, including safety assessments and compliance checks in accordance with Network Rail standards and WSP company policy;
+ **Design Delivery** : Ensure that prepared design deliverables are suitable for issue, ensuring all components are complete and meet the required standards before submission to the client utilising a variety of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as ProjectWise or Assetwise (eB). Produce signalling deliverables utilising various signalling software tools: MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS Software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR;
+ **Post-Design Support** : Be available for any questions or clarifications for the client regarding the design deliverables, and post commissioning produce or verify As Built records through to return of source records.
+ **Continuous Improvement** : Assist with gathering of feedback from key stakeholders and/or clients to review, develop and implement new strategies within the Signalling Design Team.
**Responsibilities**
Signalling Principles Design Verifiers are responsible for as part of the aforementioned role the following, but not limited to:
+ Design Deliverables: To produce or verify safety-related Signalling design outputs up to a principles designer level which meets industry safety standards, project programmes, budgets, and technical specifications; development of generic design solutions to meeting signalling design requirements;
+ Standards Compliance: To ensure that all Signalling design deliverables adhere to relevant railway standards, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CSM procedures.
+ Engineering Assurance: To maintain a high-quality of standard for all Signalling Design deliverables which are produced or verified and issued to clients.
+ Continuous Improvement: To implement best practices in signalling design processes as part of a continual improvement strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce non-quality costs and technical risks across the network. To look to continually look to develop and implement new best practices within the Signalling design discipline to be able to work in a more efficient manner thus providing the client with optimum design. To be continuously improving as an individual by striving to achieve the next IRSE Licence and to continuously look to take on more responsibility and progressing the individual's career. As an IRSE Licensed Signalling Principles Verifier it is required to mentor other members of the signalling design team who are looking to achieve new IRSE licenses or in areas of expertise in which they are looking to gain further knowledge.
+ Health & Safety: Take due care and responsibility for your health and safety and that of others affected by your work; to cooperate with statutory safety requirements and avoid interfering with safety measures.
+ Risk Communication: Identify and report any serious health and safety concerns or design risks that could endanger the project and report them in the appropriate manner to the CRE.
+ Competence Assurance: Work on safety-critical activities only within your competence and authority and were working outside of that competence to ensure that a robust mentorship plan is implemented and approved.
+ Site Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of the on-site railway to perform various on-site tasks effectively, such as Asset Condition Assessments and Asset Correlation.
+ Signalling Experience: Demonstrate proven experience in delivering signalling principles design from PACE Phase 1 ES2 through to PACE Phase 4 ES8 (previously GRIP1 to GRIP8).
+ Signalling Design Team Leadership: To have a minimum of 5 years of experience of Design Team Leadership of a team of 3+ resources delivering stages or complete packages of works;
+ Professional Development: Show commitment to professional growth through the IRSE Licensing scheme. It is preferred to hold maintained professional engineering membership.
+ Software Proficiency: Exhibit advanced skills in MicroStation (CAD), Alstom PLANS software, Signal Spacing calculations model (SSPaM), TPWS Placer, Headway Charts, Signal Sighting Database (SSiFT), Cab footage AIVR.
+ Communication Skills: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in standard office software; identifying and communicating to the CRE and Design Management Team any perceived shortcomings in Health and Safety arrangements, design deliverables, programme delivery, or situations or processes that are considered to be serious which may present dangers to yourself, other or the project.
**Personal Attributes:**
+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme and budget.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
+ Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
**Qualifications**
+ 1.1.550 IRSE Signalling Principles Designer Licence and IRSE 1.1.160 IRSE Signalling Design Verifier (required, and working towards achieving IRSE Licence 7.8.110E Engineering Manager - Design)
**Experience**
+ Experience in signalling design or a related field within the railway industry.
**Professional Registration & Membership**
+ **Institution Membership:** Member of IRSE, IET etc (Preferred)
+ **Professional Registration:** IEng or CEng (Preferred)
#LI-MA1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
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Software Design Authority
Isle of Wight, South East
£55 - £74 Hourly
Matchtech
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Our client, a prominent figure in the Defence & Security industry, is currently seeking a skilled Software Design Authority to join their team in Cowes. This contract role offers a unique hybrid working arrangement, allowing for remote work with occasional on-site requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the software design and development processes, ensuring alignment with project requirements and industry standards
- Providing authoritative expertise on software engineering, specifically with ADA, across the project lifecycle
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and efficient software solutions
- Ensuring software designs are robust, maintainable, and scalable
- Supporting integration and testing phases with technical guidance and troubleshooting
- Maintaining comprehensive documentation of software designs and development processes
- Staying updated with the latest advancements in software engineering and incorporating them into the project
- Communicating effectively with stakeholders to report on progress and address any technical challenges
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience as a software engineer, particularly with ADA
- Comprehensive understanding of software development methodologies and best practices
- Experience in the Defence & Security sector, with a focus on maritime services preferred
- Ability to work effectively in both remote and on-site environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Relevant degree in software engineering or a related field
If you have the necessary expertise and are ready for a challenging yet rewarding role as a Software Design Authority in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team in Cowes and make a significant impact on vital maritime projects.
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3
Software Design Authority
PO31 Cowes, South East
Matchtech
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Our client, a prominent figure in the Defence & Security industry, is currently seeking a skilled Software Design Authority to join their team in Cowes. This contract role offers a unique hybrid working arrangement, allowing for remote work with occasional on-site requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the software design and development processes, ensuring alignment with project requirements and industry standards
- Providing authoritative expertise on software engineering, specifically with ADA, across the project lifecycle
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and efficient software solutions
- Ensuring software designs are robust, maintainable, and scalable
- Supporting integration and testing phases with technical guidance and troubleshooting
- Maintaining comprehensive documentation of software designs and development processes
- Staying updated with the latest advancements in software engineering and incorporating them into the project
- Communicating effectively with stakeholders to report on progress and address any technical challenges
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience as a software engineer, particularly with ADA
- Comprehensive understanding of software development methodologies and best practices
- Experience in the Defence & Security sector, with a focus on maritime services preferred
- Ability to work effectively in both remote and on-site environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Relevant degree in software engineering or a related field
If you have the necessary expertise and are ready for a challenging yet rewarding role as a Software Design Authority in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team in Cowes and make a significant impact on vital maritime projects.
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4
Senior Software Design Engineer
Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
Saftronics limited
Posted 11 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
What Are We Looking For?
RSE Controls, a subsidiary of Saftronics, is looking to recruit a Senior Software Design Engineer that will be responsible for the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems. RSE Controls are a specialist business in the MCC and power control sector, and you’ll be working alongside an established team to deliver control system solutions to the water industry. This role can be based out of our Leeds or Warrington office.
Some of Your Key Duties Include:
- The design, specification, programming, simulation and testing of automation and control systems. li>Developing, troubleshooting, and validating these systems in a compliant manner.
- Generate documentation and SOPs associated with each of the Automation systems as required.
- Assist tendering and project teams in the development of manhour budgets and programs for software development and delivery.
- Trouble shooting of PLC software code for startup and commissioning activities.
- Manage the production of FDS documentation to support software production and the end user.
Design activities will involve:
- Interfacing with instrumentation and sensors specific for machine and process control.
- Data capture and validation.
- Designing and implementing PLC networks. li>Electrical systems design, detailed hardware component specifications and bill of materials.
- Programming a range of PLCs, primarily SIEMENS, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley.
What Do You Need?
- Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent, particular emphasis on electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline.
- A proven background in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation.
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and Vision Systems in the process control environment. < i>Experience in one or more of the following: Allen Bradley, SIEMENS, Mitsubishi.
- HMI and SCADA programming and configuration of the following software packages – Wonderware, InTouch, RS View, SIEMENS, Labview, GE Cimplicity. < i>FAT and SATA experience with PLC and Electrical Control Systems.
- A working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning.
- Must be flexible and willing to travel.
Saftronics – Who Are We?
Saftronics are specialists in power & process control, excelling in the specification and supply of motor control centres, control panels, power distribution and process control systems across a wide range of industries.
Saftronics is part of the RSE group of companies, operating within the Power Distribution & Controls business stream. RSE is the leading contractor of choice in the design, build & maintenance of water treatment & water recycling equipment. Delivering products and services to clients across the UK, RSE’s unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.
RSE – Who Are We?
Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs.
Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 1500 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.
What We Offer
To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that we are renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in such an innovative industry. You’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your career through our Business Streams and work in an environment that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.
- Industry- eading salary dependant on experience. li>A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
- Company Car Allowance
- A holiday allowance of 25 days plus Bank Holidays.
- EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme
- Discount Retail Platform
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provides you with the support to create your future, then please apply.
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Senior Software Design Engineer
LS1 Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
Saftronics limited
Posted 18 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
What Are We Looking For?
RSE Controls, a subsidiary of Saftronics, is looking to recruit a Senior Software Design Engineer that will be responsible for the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems. RSE Controls are a specialist business in the MCC and power control sector, and you’ll be working alongside an established team to deliver control system solutions to the water industry. This role can be based out of our Leeds or Warrington office.
Some of Your Key Duties Include:
- The design, specification, programming, simulation and testing of automation and control systems. li>Developing, troubleshooting, and validating these systems in a compliant manner.
- Generate documentation and SOPs associated with each of the Automation systems as required.
- Assist tendering and project teams in the development of manhour budgets and programs for software development and delivery.
- Trouble shooting of PLC software code for startup and commissioning activities.
- Manage the production of FDS documentation to support software production and the end user.
Design activities will involve:
- Interfacing with instrumentation and sensors specific for machine and process control.
- Data capture and validation.
- Designing and implementing PLC networks. li>Electrical systems design, detailed hardware component specifications and bill of materials.
- Programming a range of PLCs, primarily SIEMENS, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley.
What Do You Need?
- Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent, particular emphasis on electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline.
- A proven background in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation.
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and Vision Systems in the process control environment. < i>Experience in one or more of the following: Allen Bradley, SIEMENS, Mitsubishi.
- HMI and SCADA programming and configuration of the following software packages – Wonderware, InTouch, RS View, SIEMENS, Labview, GE Cimplicity. < i>FAT and SATA experience with PLC and Electrical Control Systems.
- A working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning.
- Must be flexible and willing to travel.
Saftronics – Who Are We?
Saftronics are specialists in power & process control, excelling in the specification and supply of motor control centres, control panels, power distribution and process control systems across a wide range of industries.
Saftronics is part of the RSE group of companies, operating within the Power Distribution & Controls business stream. RSE is the leading contractor of choice in the design, build & maintenance of water treatment & water recycling equipment. Delivering products and services to clients across the UK, RSE’s unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.
RSE – Who Are We?
Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs.
Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 1500 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.
What We Offer
To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that we are renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in such an innovative industry. You’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your career through our Business Streams and work in an environment that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.
- Industry- eading salary dependant on experience. li>A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
- Company Car Allowance
- A holiday allowance of 25 days plus Bank Holidays.
- EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme
- Discount Retail Platform
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provides you with the support to create your future, then please apply.
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