Signalling CEM (Contractor’s Engineering Manager)

Location: Huddersfield
Employment Type: Contract – 1-2 years – OUTSIDE IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Signalling CEM to oversee design and implementation of signalling systems for a major rail infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

* 3 Days Per Week On-Site / Site Office Requirement *

  • Support the Project Manager and management team to monitor the progress of works and ensure that the development, design, construction, testing and financial targets are met and effect remedial action where required.
  • Ensure that the technical standards are maintained in all aspects of signalling project work, in order that safe and successful project implementation and future reliability is achieved.
  • Participate in and monitor the planning and progress of works in relation to timeline and budget and ensure that the development, design, construction and testing requirements are met and effect remedial action when required.
  • Be the Project Manager’s engineering representative on projects where required.
  • Assist with evaluating the quality and technical accuracy of tenders and make recommendations to obtain the best available commercial award for the Company.
  • Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to CDM Regulations, Health and Safety legislation, Company procedures including development of the project Safety Plan.
  • Maintain a continuous communication with contractors and customers in the development and implementation of projects to ensure a uniformity of purpose and common targets.
  • Coordinate the engineering activities of sub-contractors.
  • Review and assess the engineering aspects of project changes.
  • Perform duties as directed by senior management from time to time.
  • Complete mandatory training courses as defined contract agreements.
  • Demonstrate engineering excellence, through innovative thinking and a willingness to adopt of new processes, tools and methods of working.
  • Knowledge or experience of safe working on the railway
  • Awareness of Network Rail standards and design approvals process

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • IRSE Licences:
    • 7.8.110F – Engineering Manager – Project Engineering (required)
  • Appreciation of Design, Construction, Testing and Possession Planning.
  • Hold Valid ATW
  • Will have a full UK driving licence

Signalling Design CRE (Contractor’s Responsible Engineer)

Location: Manchester
Employment Type: Contract – 12 months – OUTSIDE IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Signalling Design CRE to oversee the GRIP 5-8 design and implementation of signalling systems for a major rail infrastructure project. You will ensure all design deliverables comply with relevant railway standards and provide technical leadership to the signalling design team, including subcontractors and external stakeholders.

This role is critical in ensuring engineering assurance, safety compliance, and successful delivery of signalling designs from feasibility through to detailed design and post-installation support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the signalling design process, ensuring compliance with project specifications and railway standards.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for signalling design within multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Review and approve design deliverables, ensuring quality and alignment with client requirements.
  • Coordinate with project managers, CEMs, and stakeholders to resolve design issues and manage risks.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the signalling design team.
  • Support hazard identification workshops and risk assessments.
  • Ensure engineering assurance and safety compliance throughout the design lifecycle.
  • Manage design documentation.
  • Produce and verify signalling design deliverables.
  • Support post-design activities including As-Built documentation and client clarifications.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • IRSE Licences:
    • 1.1.550 Signalling Principles Designer (required)
    • 1.1.160 Signalling Design Verifier (required)
    • 7.8.110E Engineering Manager – Design (preferred or working towards)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior signalling assurance role or leading signalling design teams.
  • Proven experience delivering signalling designs across all GRIP/PACE stages.
  • Strong knowledge of Network Rail standards, RSSB, BS/EN standards.
  • Familiarity with interlocking systems (e.g., RRI, SSI, Smartlock, Westlock).
  • Proficient in signalling design software and CAD tools.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Prior experience with ETCS preferable.