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Senior Testing Engineer (Principles)

AtkinsRéalis
London
Job Description

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you - from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Senior Testing Engineer (Principles) IRSE 1.3.180, 1.3.170 The Rail Engineering Projects Testing and Commissioning Team is an exciting and growing team, eager to grasp modern systems, processes and concepts, within the regulatory framework that we are required to work. We are seeking a motivated and organized person to join us and manage the principles testing of projects of all types, sizes and complexities. You will need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure and to use initiative whilst working within a highly regulated environment. Do you have excellent organization skills and the ability to communicate with staff at all levels? Do you have extensive experience, knowledge and understanding of signalling Basics and how to test for compliance with them on a wide variety of interlocking? Reporting to the Testing and Commissioning Engineer (Principles), the work is split between fixed office-based design workstation testing and site based on projects and as such there may be a requirement to lodge away for extended periods of time and to work unsocial hours. You must hold a full UK driving License.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Take overall responsibility for the fundamentals testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling systems for Major Works Testing of substantial Signalling projects. Undertake testing duties within the scope of Certificate of Competency held.
  • MUST Hold NR CofC and MUST Hold IRSE License- Tester in Charge and Functional Tester IRSE License 1.3.190 / 1.3.170 or have held in the past few years.
  • Identify resource requirements for your projects and competent staff are utilized, ensuring they are briefed regarding their work and responsibilities and that any necessary documentation is completed. Encourage and promote the advancement of staff as a route to self-development. Deputies for the Testing & Commissioning Engineer (Principles).
  • Upward briefing of project principles testing status to T&CE and Project team as required. Ensure adherence to the AtkinsRéalis rail standards, procedures, processes covering all engineering, safety, administrative and project requirements. Co-operate with quality, safety, and environmental objectives and contribute where appropriate to AtkinsRéalis rail commitment for continual improvement.
  • Manage Principles testing activities as part of a commissioning of signalling equipment to meet contract specifications, performance and safety parameters.
  • Prepare and check bids for accuracy and price for the basics testing portion of signalling projects. Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures, and innovations and initiatives.
Requirements:
  • Experience in Railway Signalling Testing/Commissioning of any size of Projects. Principles and Functional Tester IRSE License. Thorough and detailed knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook.
  • Thorough and detailed knowledge of fundamentals testing requirements.
  • Substantial Railway Signalling experience especially in Rules of signalling testing of Computer Based Interlocking schemes. Good knowledge of Railway Group NWR company standards requirements. Good personnel management and communication skills. Able to work under pressure during intense periods of commissioning etc.
  • Able to deputies for the Testing & Commissioning Engineer (Principles). Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project.Able to contribute to the management team to provide the development and future direction for the testing group.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis ?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Security clearance :

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Posted 2025-10-16

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