Signal Engineering Design Manager

Engineering Services is a function within Route Services. We sit as a central team to provide national skills and activities which enable regions and industry partners to deliver the railway for our customers. As a large central functional team focused on engineering delivery, we have many roles, ranging from pure engineering to project management. We design and influence every part of the railway, including structures, track, traction power, level crossings, signalling and accessibility schemes which are essential to keep our stations moving.

Being multi-disciplinary means we have great opportunities to work in design and development of new structures, structural repair schemes, level crossing improvements/closures, line speed increases and access for all schemes. In addition to design work, we provide support to the asset management teams, carrying out structural inspections and assessments of existing bridge and canopy structures, some of which were constructed in the Victorian era, confirming current condition, and producing assessment calculations to safeguard structural capacity and extend their operational life.

About the role

What does the average day look like?

• Manage signalling design, on site correlation, maintenance of records and the provision of technical advice.
• Establish and deliver all work in accordance with technical, safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical support and advice as required.
• Control, implement and undertake all design work in accordance with relevant instructions/standards.
• Authorise and administer safety, technical and quality standards.
• Control and monitor activities to assess whether timescales and contractual requirements are met.
• Plan, prepare, analyse and define site/office work.
• Maintain current programme of work for all staff in the group.
• Identify, interpret and manage remedial action where necessary.
• Manage relative priorities of the office workload.
• Approve, establish, monitor and maintain best working practices in conjunction with Network Rail's Grip processes and with the national organisation to appropriate standards.
• The post holder will discharge the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer for design activities.
• Manage the Signalling Design group's input to projects to fully comply with all statutory and regulatory provisions, including those prescribed by HMRI.
• Determine and authorise the procurement of goods/services.
• Administer, interpret and implement effective financial control and monitor whether financial objectives are met.

Required Criteria

• HNC/HND or above in appropriate Engineering Discipline.
• Experience in Railway Signalling industry to include experience in design, maintenance, installation testing and commissioning activities.
• IRSE License holder Design Manager (S) or working towards it.
• Good interpersonal skills with proven ability in motivating staff.
• D32/33 Assessor Certificate.
• Construction Design Management (CDM) competence.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of Contract Management and Project Management techniques.
• Correlation Qualification and Experience.
• D34 Assessor Certificate.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our commitment to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you’re not just part of a team - you’re part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. We’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.