Signalling Design Manager / Design CRE - UK Wide

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

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AtkinsRéalis is an organisation recognised as a global leader in design, engineering, and project management. We endeavour to create world-class teams who dare to think differently while engineering a better future for our planet and its people. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, then why not do that within an organisation with over 80 years of experience where you will have the support and trust of management and senior leaders as you grow and develop.

We are currently seeking to recruit enthusiastic and conscientious Signalling Design Managers / Design CREs to join our rail Signalling Business at various locations across the UK including Belfast, Glasgow, York, Birmingham, and Swindon. Here at AtkinsRéalis, we offer flexibility in location and options for hybrid (home / office) working arrangements to suit individuals’ personal circumstances. With newly opened, modern offices in Belfast, Glasgow, York, and Birmingham plus new facilities planned in Swindon you can expect the highest standards of office accommodation, working environment and connectivity to collaborate with your colleagues.

As part of AtkinsRéalis Signalling Business you will have the opportunity to develop your design delivery skills, and experience across all phases of project delivery including feasibility, option selection, single option development, detailed design and in support of installation, testing and project close out. The breadth and complexity of project opportunities you can expect within AtkinsRéalis is truly enormous. We have teams delivering designs for major resignalling schemes, like the Feltham re-signalling programme, using the latest interlocking and control systems technologies and our “Advanced Signalling Method” (ASM) delivery process. You may also find yourself supporting the delivery of multi-disciplinary design packages for station enhancements, track renewals, level crossing upgrades and even small-scale consultancy remits. No matter where your current experience and strengths lie, at AtkinsRéalis your past experience will be valued, and you will be given the opportunity to maximise your potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• The primary function of the role is to manage and lead teams engaged in project delivery throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to completion, including:
• Be responsible for the signalling design delivery of projects to ensure they comply with client requirements, company procedures, meet all operational, technical and safety principles and by doing so fulfil the role requirements of Signalling Design CRE when appointed.
• Ensure signalling design projects/packages are successfully delivered to budget and programme.
• Attending meetings and technical liaison with project team members, colleagues, clients, and contractors.
• Leading design input to estimates / tenders as required.
• Line management of design staff.
• Provide mentoring, support, guidance, and development of junior staff.

Requirements:

• Hold a current IRSE 7.8.110E Engineering Manager (Design) Licence or holds (or is working towards) CRE competency in line with NR/L2/RSE/02009/01.
• Leadership experience in the delivery of signalling design projects, work packages and design commissions as Design Manager and/or Design CRE.
• Extensive mainline signalling design experience, including knowledge of UK railway standards, design processes and procedures at outline (scheme development) and/or detailed design stages of delivery.
• Proven experience of undertaking Signalling Design Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) duties in a variety of project environments involving a range of typical technologies currently deployed in the UK.
• Experience of signalling design / design management for early development stages as well as detailed design stages including S&C track renewals and/or Stageworks.
• Able to communicate complex technical information to others without detailed knowledge of railway signalling systems.
• Preferred individuals in possession of a PTS (Personal Track Safety) certificate and IRSE workplace assessor.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people, and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You'll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional, accreditations, and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk through any adjustments you might need.

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis, is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge, and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

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Training:

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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