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Senior Design Engineer
Senior Design Engineer – PA/PAVA Solutions (Hybrid/Rules of Engagement, Some Travel to Canning Town Office)
E16 (Negotiable depending on experience)
About the Role
Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. At Telent, whatever stage you’re at in your career, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop while delivering essential infrastructure services for life.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our expanding Rail Systems Engineering team, supporting the maintenance and upgrade of the UK-wide rail network. Our customers include Transport for London, Network Rail, and multiple Train Operating Companies.
Reporting to the Lead Design Engineer, the Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for delivering project upgrades across TfL and Network Rail infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
As the Senior Design Engineer for customer projects, you will oversee all technical aspects, including:
- Managing the production of design packages for minor and major works for new and existing system upgrades.
- Ensuring all works meet the correct contract technical standards.
- Collaborating with project management teams to scope new work and produce quotations.
- Leading technical reviews to verify compliance with requirements, including risk assessments under CDM obligations.
- Ensuring full integration of designs with other engineering disciplines.
- Overseeing test documentation to validate implemented designs.
- Providing technical support to implementation teams.
- Producing as-built documentation and associated test results.
- Reporting progress to the Project Manager.
- Driving efficiencies through design reuse and eliminating rework costs.
- Optimising designer utilisation and streamlining resource planning.
- Supporting the evolution of technical solutions, incorporating emerging technologies to enhance service delivery.
- Building and assisting with Fatigue Testing (FAT) and on-site implementation of reference systems.
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Key Deliverables
- Design management for PA/PAVA bi-harmonic solutions (Public Address, Voice Alarm, Audio Induction Loops, and associated systems).
- Review and compliance of designs against technical and safety standards.
- Risk assessment documentation and CDM-compliant processes.
- Integration with broader engineering disciplines.
- Test documentation and technical support throughout implementation.
- As-built and post-project documentation for operational handover.
- Programme reporting to Project Managers.
- Cost and efficiency improvements via design reuse and standardised processes.
- Collaboration with internal engineering and project teams to ensure on-time delivery.
- Technology adoption within customer estates, improving system reliability and incident response.
Technologies & Expertise Required
You must have a strong background in system design, integration, and testing for:
- PA/PAVA systems: Public Address, Voice Alarm, Audio Induction Loops (core technologies for this role)
- Train Systems: Station Management Systems (TAMS)
- Security Systems: Analogue and IP CCTV infrastructure
- Passenger Communication:
- Customer Information Systems
- Passenger Help Points and displays
- Data Networks and electrical power longevity designs
- OPO/TtT CCTV Systems (and understanding of their managed states upon power failure)
- Familiarity with phased yards, crossings, bridges, structures, and upgraded TMS (how to read them as drawings techniques).
- System integration across Rail, Automotive, and TOMY schemes with an eagle eye in the roles TML undertakes.
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Technical & Industry Expertise
- Proven Rail Industry Experience with leadership in engineering delivery (evidenced by professional excellence)
- Capable of constructing simulations based on network add-ins, support, skew changes, and port modifications, understanding the intrinsic complexities of podcast information spread and real-world situations
- Self-motivated and keen to evolve both technical and personal update
- Comfortable using Dolphin Voice, RAPTOR, and full menu options with an interest in electrically enhanced simulation
- Leveraging design templates effectively for testing scenarios in Triangle KIA
Qualifications & Certifications
- Preferred: Degree/HNC in Engineering (e.g., Civils / Mechanical / Electrical).
- Preferred Industry Recognition: Chartered Engineer (CENG) or MIET (Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology) status.
- Required: IRSE (Infrastructure Railway Safety Engineering) license.
Benefits & Culture
At Telent, your career can span multiple sectors, roles, and technologies, offering development opportunities and an impactful work environment. We foster a:
- Inclusive culture with respect and celebration of diverse ideas.
- Dedicated team mindset, driving collective excellence.
- Work-life balance focus with:
- 26 days annual leave, plus public holidays, plus 10 days buy per year.
- 100% company pension scheme.
- Family-friendly flexibility and working arrangements.
- Occupational health and wellbeing support.
- Additional perks through Telent Rewards (discounts on film, dining, shopping).
- Hybrid work flexibility with customer-facing support required.
Join us and make a real difference in rail infrastructure services for life.
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