Traffic Signal Design Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

AutoCAD Traffic Signal Design MOVA Designs Design Risk Assessments Technical Design Preparation Onsite Inspections Surveys Commissioning

FULL DESCRIPTION

Traffic Signal Design Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

Join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]'s Engineering Team as a Traffic Signal Design Engineer, designing complex traffic signals and pedestrian crossings. This hybrid role involves onsite inspections, surveys, and design work, with a focus on innovation and impact on the nation's infrastructure. The role requires experience with AutoCAD and knowledge of traffic signal standards.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design complex traffic signals and pedestrian crossings while ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Company: Join [Employer hidden], a leader in critical infrastructure solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 34 days holiday, a company car, and wellness support.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on the nation's infrastructure with innovative design.
  • Qualifications: Experience with AutoCAD and knowledge of traffic signal standards required.
  • Other info: Hybrid role with opportunities for career growth and skill development.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 60000 £ per year.

When you join our Engineering Team at [Employer hidden], you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. This is an exciting role within the traffic signal business. We need someone with experience in designing complex signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings. You will undertake feasibility assessments, analysis, preliminary and detailed design, carry out design risk assessments and apply mitigations. Joining an established team, this is a hybrid role, with a 50/50 split of home and site work for surveys and validation of the build along with some overnight stays depending on where you are based.

What you'll do:

  • Undertake onsite inspections, surveys, commissioning and supervision.
  • Preparation of technical designs of complex signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings in line with approved design procedures along with the preparation of technical specifications.
  • Preparation of complex MOVA Designs and MOVA Datasets.
  • Good knowledge of design standards such as TSRGD, DMRB and the Traffic Signs Manual.
  • Undertake Basic MOVA Validations.

Who you are:

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of using AutoCAD for designing signalised junctions and pedestrian crossings.

Key Requirements:

  • Good knowledge of AutoCAD, Keysignals, OSC Mapper and AutoTURN software.
  • Microsoft Office Skills.
  • Good knowledge of TOPAS 2500A Traffic Signal Controller Specifications.
  • Knowledge of MOVA Tools, Datasets and Linking.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

What we offer:

A career at [Employer hidden] can span sectors, roles, technologies and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

  • Company Car.
  • 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • A range of family friendly policies.
  • Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal.
  • Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with [Employer hidden] Reward scheme.
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