Senior Telecom Engineer

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

As a Senior Telecommunications Engineer you will be responsible for development and publishing of Telecommunications Designs to support Network Rail GRIP Stage 3 through to GRIP Stage 8 projects and also publication of RIBA stage E through K reports, calculations, and drawings to enable the Principal contractors to successfully build specific projects.

The successful candidate will also be required to mentor junior and graduate engineers and work within a Multi-discipline design team.

The right candidate will be well versed and experienced in Network Rail and London Underground Infrastructure Projects.

Responsibilities

Working collaboratively as part of a team to lead, mentor and grow a team for development of innovative solutions to complex rail problems.

Leading technical discussions and challenges that arise during project execution, providing innovative solutions and guidance.

Assisting to produce clearly written, concise and professional quality reports and proposals to our clients.

Coordinating with the lead country and managing junior team members, including supporting resource management responsibilities.

Sharing lessons learned and knowledge with the team, engaging in development opportunities across projects, team meetings and through industry engagements.

Drive a culture of safety within the team, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and risk management strategies.

Qualifications

The candidate must demonstrate the qualifications and experience/capability described below:

Master of Science / Engineering in an electronic communications course of study.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Preferably past experience in mentoring.

Must be pursuing Chartered Engineer (CEng) in a relevant engineering discipline (MIET, etc.).

Extensive experience, preferably in the UK, in leading, producing and checking Telecommunications designs

Underpinning knowledge of Network design principles and significant experience working within a rail environment and good working knowledge of Network Rail, TfL & LUL standards, IET Regulations.

Minimum of 8+ years of experience of Telecom systems in designing, & delivering the complex rail project & able to provide innovative solutions to solve the complex problems in the rail transportation or similar industry.

Desired Skill & Knowledge

As a Senior Telecommunications Engineer you will need to have detailed knowledge on the design and integration of various systems and subsystems, these will include but not limited to:

Trackside equipment and infrastructure installation and operation

Fixed Telecommunications Network (FTN and FTNx)

Radio systems in UK Rail operations (GSM-R primarily)

Station and Building network infrastructure –Structured Cabling infrastructure – Copper and fibre optic

Multiprotocol Label Switching Networks (MPLS) and SD-WAN

Internet Protocol Closed Circuit Television (IP-CCTV) Systems

EN54 Public Address and Voice Alarm Systems

Integrated Station / Building Management Systems (SMS, IBMS)

Customer Information Systems (CIS)

IP based Access Control Systems

Multi-mode Intruder Detection Systems

Wireless Network Architecture

Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) including:

Video Intercom Systems

Passenger Help Points

Telephony

Experience in the preparation of conceptual reports, telecommunications scheme designs, project documentation, specifications, contract schedules, implementation/ construction plans and costings to client requirements.

Previous experience in developing, analysing, assessing and implementation of Network Bandwidth allocation for MPLS converged networks

Provision of specialist technical support and assistance to railway projects, and management of allocated junior support staff.

Required Office Software:

MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook

At least one of the following:

Bentley Micro station,

Autodesk AutoCAD

Knowledge of railway Telecommunications systems, both Operational and Station Information and Surveillance Systems SISS (and the key interactions between other railway assets), and with railway operating practices.

Working knowledge of interfacing and coordination with other rail systems disciplines.

Broad knowledge of rail systems construction methods.

Familiarity with health & safety and systems engineering/design assurance requirements.

Stimulated by meeting technical challenges

Technical ability and innovative mind set

Focus on quality and drive for continuous improvement

Good communication and organisation skills

Skills as part of a team

Active in self-development and mentoring/guidance/development of others

Accountability

Personal Attributes

An ability to establish, build, sustain and share strong, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organization.

A desire to constantly improve, motivate and encourage others.

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various teams and stakeholders.

Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety, quality, programme, delivery, budget, professional development and continuous improvement.

Actively upholding our guiding principles, promoting inclusivity and diversity, health and safety.

Technical ability and innovative mind set

Focus on quality and drive for continuous improvement

Good communication and organisation skills

Skills as part of a team

Active in self-development and mentoring/guidance/development of others

Accountability.

BGV:

Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification ("BGV") check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

Job Info

Job Identification 80035