Traffic Signal Engineer

Yunex Traffic Group; Leigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology provider is looking for a Traffic Signal Engineer to deliver high-quality traffic engineering projects across the UK. Key responsibilities include project management, technical report preparation, and site visits. Ideal candidates will have a background in traffic signal design, proficiency in engineering software, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive training, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with annual bonus

Continuous training and learning opportunities

26 days of holiday, increasing with service

Excellent pension contributions

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for collaboration.
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems and meet client expectations.
• Experienced in managing workload with strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of traffic engineering projects across the UK.
• Prepare technical reports and specifications for projects.
• Conduct site visits and customer meetings as necessary.
• Manage project finances and deliverables.

Skills

High level of communication skills

Problem-solving for complex traffic engineering

Managing workload with deadlines

Education

HNC/HND/Degree level in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

KeySignals

LinSig

Transyt

UTC or UTMC systems

SCOOT or MOVA adaptive control strategies

Job description

Type of Employment: Full-time

Job Family: Engineering

Date posted: 12 Jan 2026

Uniting what’s next in traffic.

At Yunex Traffic, we launch cities into the future with forward‑looking infrastructure and transport solutions, making mobility safer, more efficient and more sustainable for all.

Our Commitment

At Yunex Traffic, the uniqueness of our people is our strength. Our people are at the heart of what we do and every voice, perspective and contribution is valued. The future of mobility needs people who think down different tracks and we empower our people to transform cities all over the world. Join us and make a difference too.

If we all thought the same, we would never think of anything new. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life. We embrace diversity and create what’s right for the world by employing the people who live in it.

At Yunex Traffic, we recognise that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants to encourage agile working and innovation.

Do you want to make a difference with the work you do? Join us as a Traffic Signal Engineer

Responsibilities

• Deliver to a high standard a wide range of traffic engineering projects across the UK in accordance with current national/local standards, guidance and best practice
• Deliver traffic engineering projects in accordance with ergonomic, economic and sustainable principles
• Assessment and mitigation of risks associated with traffic engineering projects
• Travel to site visits, validations, and customer meetings with overnight stays where appropriate
• Preparation of technical reports and specifications
• Technical checking/approval of traffic engineering schemes before delivery to customers
• Preparation of consultancy/design quotations
• Project management and financial tracking

Qualifications & Experience

The key competencies and capabilities for this role are:

• High level of communication skills, both verbal and written and working collaboratively
• Ability to solve complex traffic engineering problems and managing customer’s expectations
• Ability to achieve objectives with strict deadlines and manage your own and others workload

Required experience:

To have a technical, in-depth understanding and proven track record of the following traffic engineering competencies:

• Traffic signal design fundamentals and UK standards/specifications
• Traffic engineering software including AutoCAD, with KeySignals, and modelling software such as LinSig or Transyt
• In‑depth knowledge of traffic signal products from across the industry
• In‑depth knowledge and proven track record using systems such as UTC or UTMC
• In‑depth knowledge and proven track record of adaptive control strategies such as SCOOT or MOVA, including experience with setup and on‑site validation
• Experience undertaking Factory and Site Acceptance Testing

Educational Requirements

• HNC/HND/Degree level in engineering in a related subject is preferred or have relevant experience

We offer

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus.
• Continuous training and learning opportunities to support career development.
• 26 days of holiday, increasing up to 29 with length of service.
• 37.5‑hour working week plus paid overtime and unsociable hours uplift.
• Excellent pension, with matching contributions up to 10% of pensionable salary.
• Flexible benefits package to suit your personal needs.
• Investment in personal development and support for membership of professional institutions.

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About Us

We are a global leader in intelligent transport systems with more than 3,500 passionate employees who pioneer, develop, create, install and maintain innovative road traffic and mobility solutions all over the world.

We make our roads smarter, safer and greener. The work we do enables cities, highways authorities and infrastructure operators to create a new world of mobility and makes cities more livable for everyone.

Our solutions range from traffic lights, tolling solutions and tunnel management to software, AI applications and the intelligent networking of all road users.

Become a Traffic Transformer and help us to continue transforming towns and cities all over the world.

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