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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Principal Signalling Designer - Employment,career opportunity in UK

Job Title:  Principal Signalling Designer
Job Type:    Permanent
Location:    York
Start Date:    Now
Salary:    55K Max DOE
Ref No:    253127-DJ280

Your consultant for this position is: David Jansons
Telephone: 01284 723 660
Email: david@focuspointrecruitment.com

Please note: TBC = To Be Confirmed

JOB SPECIFICS
FPR reference: DJ271
Sector: Technical Rail
Job title: Principal Signalling Designer
Salary: TBC
Location: York
Type of contract: Permanent

Workplace description: My client is one of the world's leading engineering and environmental consultants, offering professional planning, engineering and architectural design, environmental, construction and programme and construction management services throughout the UK and internationally.

The Principal Signalling Design Engineer will lead or undertake design activities as required. This includes directing the design team in producing signalling design, production of high quality design to first principles, provision of technical mentorship, and verification of design produced by members of the design team.

Main duties and responsibilities:
* Carry out design, design production checking, and independent checking of signalling systems as required
* On allocated projects undertake the role of CRE(Design) / RDE
* Provide functional support and guidance to the Design Engineer(s) within the team on all aspects of signal design within allocated projects
* Participate in the preparation of technical details, specifications and tenders for signalling projects
* Monitor the progress of works and ensure that the development, design, construction and testing requirements are met and effect remedial action when required
* Ensure that the technical and safety standards are maintained in all aspects of design work in order that successful project implementation and future reliability is achieved
* Evaluate the quality and technical accuracy of tenders and make recommendations to obtain the best available commercial award for the Company
* Commensurate with the project role, maintain a continuous communication with contractors and customers in the development and implementation of projects to ensure a uniformity of purpose and common targets
* On allocated projects participate in the planning, programming and monitoring of resources to meet programme and budget requirements and targets
* Assist in the forecast of resource requirements necessary for allocated projects in sufficient time to ensure that they can be provided
* Perform duties as directed by Management from time to time in connection with Signalling design activities Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to CDM Regulations, Health and Safety legislation, Company procedures including development of the project Safety Plan
* Provide training to others

Essential criteria:
* Competent in design production techniques.
* Broad experience of interlocking design and /or signalling scheme development
* Signalling overrun risk assessments
* CRE / RDE duties
* Strong team leadership and motivational ability
* Excellent communication and presentation
* Excellent understanding of task, time and people management
* Good interpersonal skills
* Good commercial awareness
* Extensive knowledge of signalling design principles

Desirable criteria:
* IRSE Licence holder for the Categories of:
Signalling Principles - 1.1.550 (was 1.1.150D)
and / or Schemes Designer - 1.1.150A.
and Design Verifier - 1.1.160.

* Degree / HNC or equivalent in engineering or similar
* Chartered Engineer Status (or close to)
* A1 Assessor qualification
* Member of the IRSE, IET or other recognised professional body

In return, my client offers the opportunity to join a recognised signalling team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise that is driving our signalling business forward. A competitive salary and diverse benefits package is offered and we support our engineers in attaining relevant licences and qualifications, as well as offering global opportunities across the business.

Responsible to: Head of department
Responsible for: Allocated duties
Is there a relocation package: TBC
Is the employee fully expensed when away? Yes
Benefits and how are they paid: My client offers a comprehensive benefits package, the specifics of which may vary depending where employees are based or if they are covered by collective bargaining agreements. In addition to a number of optional programs, employees are immediately eligible to enrol in one of several health care plans-including a health savings account-and insurance protection. One Plan offers a Company match/contribution and a variety of investment options. See below under miscellaneous;
Pension: Yes
Miscellaneous:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Plans cover medical services and prescription drugs and are designed to protect employees from financial difficulties should an illness or injury occur. Preventive care and wellness programs are key components of all the plans. To help employees and their families maintain good dental health, my client's dental plans promote preventive care, and when treatment is needed, cover a broad range of services. Optional vision coverage includes exams and prescription eyewear.

Retirement Savings

Employees are eligible to enrol on their first day of employment in a Company-sponsored Plan, can contribute to their account through payroll deductions and receive a Company match/contribution. The plans offer diversified investment portfolios to help meet retirement savings goals.

Protect Your Future

Company-paid and optional term life and accident insurance help protect against financial hardship in the event of serious injury or death. Short and long-term disability coverage can help maintain a stable income when employees become disabled through injury or illness.

Take a Break

A competitive time off program is offered that includes pay for vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, etc.

Employee Assistance Program

Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available via a 24-hour hotline. The EAP provides no-cost, confidential assistance for a variety of person


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