Lead Signalling Design Engineer

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…

Outside IR35 Business Support
Pay rate £500 – £550/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 11 September 2026

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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--- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website

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