Telecommunication Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.

As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 80 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.

VolkerRail Specialist Businesses has the resources and expertise to undertake a wide variety of rail‑based design, development and construction projects. These projects encompass the Signalling, Power and Communications sectors within mainline railways and urban mass transit systems in the UK & Ireland.

We are keen to recruit and train motivated, enthusiastic and committed people to join our multi‑disciplinary specialist teams. If you want to be part of an organisation that makes a difference, apply for a role within VolkerRail Specialist Businesses.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Design Engineer – Telecoms to join our team working on a diverse range of projects. The position will be based in Glasgow with a requirement to travel to other sites.

You will be responsible for the provision of designs, technical advice and guidance on one or more of our projects. As a key member of the team you will ensure engineering excellence is achieved throughout the life cycle of the project, from pre contract tender input through design and implementation phases through to handover to the client. You will also manage yourself effectively to deliver against agreed plans and budgets.

With prior experience of acting as a Network Rail CRE, you will have gained significant demonstrable experience working within Telecoms and a Railway engineering environment. You will possess a ‘can‑do’ attitude, excellent organisational ability and have working knowledge of Railway interfaces and practices.

An HNC or equivalent in Engineering is an essential requirement for this role. Professional accreditation and Chartered membership are desirable.

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and an opportunity to develop your skills within a growing part of the business.

This is a Safety Critical Post.

Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

The position is based in either Doncaster, York, Birmingham, or Manchester with a requirement to travel to other sites.