Senior Engineer - Traffic Signals, Signs and systems

swarcoΒ· Operations
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πŸ“ Birmingham, BIRMINGHAM, United KingdomFull time

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Company Description

SWARCO UK: The Better Way. Every Day.Β At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. We lead in intelligent traffic management our products include Intelligent Traffic Systems, Road markings, Parking solutions, EV charging

    Job Description

    We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join our team based from our Birmingham Depot, supporting the delivery of our Black Country contract.

    The role will involve installing, maintaining, fault-finding and commissioning traffic signal & signs equipment and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

    As a Senior Engineer, you will also use your experience to provide practical support and guidance to Engineers and Trainee Engineers on site, sharing your technical knowledge and helping to develop capability across the team.

    You will work across planned and reactive maintenance activities, respond to faults, complete required operational documentation and participate in standby and call-out arrangements as required.

    Qualifications

    We are looking for someone with:

    • Experience in traffic signal, ITS, signs, electrical or electronic engineering.
    • Strong practical engineering, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
    • Relevant Sector 8 accreditation and associated industry qualifications, including NRSWA, G39 and ECS where applicable.
    • A good understanding of safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements.
    • The ability to work independently and as part of an operational engineering team.
    • The ability to support, coach and share technical knowledge with less experienced Engineers and Trainee Engineers.
    • Good communication and organisational skills.
    • A reliable, practical and safety-focused approach.
    • A full UK Driving Licence.

    An HNC, ONC or equivalent qualification in an Electrical/Electronic discipline and additional relevant industry qualifications would be advantageous.

    Additional Information

    Interested?

    Please apply by clicking on the apply button.

    Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.

    We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commit to a long term permanent role. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.

    Should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact our approved recruitment partners, and we would ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers.Β 

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