The Challenge

• Design the hardware and data requirements for signalling systems
• Production of Interlocking application data design primarily Westrace and Westlock but may include any IXL from the Siemens suite of products
• Review and checking of data designs
• Lead small design teams
• Assist in the mentoring and development of junior engineering staff
• Ensure technical and safety standards are maintained in all aspects of signalling system work.
• Support the development and maintenance of design templates and tools
• Ensure designs meet all functional and configuration requirements
• Responsible for, or provide input to, production of functional design documentation including system requirements and architecture, interface control, scheme plans, control tables, block design, and analyses as appropriate.
• Ensure design compliance through requirement traceability.
• Ensure data designs meet client technical and operational requirements
• Identify and raise any potential concerns that could impact Quality, Cost and Delivery
• Follow design and project quality processes
• Provide advice and interface to control system and wayside design teams
• Be involved in design safety risk assessments
• Identify and assist the resolution of design non-conformances

The Candidate

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree or equivalent in electrical/electronic engineering or relevant technical discipline
• At least 5 years' experience in an engineering role, ideally in a railway signalling design environment (graduates willing to train may be considered for junior roles)
• Experience with application data design on Westrace and Westlock interlocking is desirable
• Solid understanding of railway signalling equipment & systems including signals, points, train detection systems, train protection systems, level crossings, PLC based applications. Relay, SSI or other interlocking types.
• Knowledge of interlocking principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning & organisational skills
• Self-motivated
• Working knowledge of computer-aided drafting software (Autocad and Microstation) is desired.