SWARCO UK: The Better Way. Every Day. At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. We lead in intelligent traffic management our products include Intelligent Traffic Systems, Road markings, Parking solutions, EV charging
We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join our team based from our Birmingham Depot, supporting the delivery of our Black Country contract.
The role will involve installing, maintaining, fault-finding and commissioning traffic signal & signs equipment and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
As a Senior Engineer, you will also use your experience to provide practical support and guidance to Engineers and Trainee Engineers on site, sharing your technical knowledge and helping to develop capability across the team.
You will work across planned and reactive maintenance activities, respond to faults, complete required operational documentation and participate in standby and call-out arrangements as required.
QualificationsWe are looking for someone with:
- Experience in traffic signal, ITS, signs, electrical or electronic engineering.
- Strong practical engineering, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Relevant Sector 8 accreditation and associated industry qualifications, including NRSWA, G39 and ECS where applicable.
- A good understanding of safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements.
- The ability to work independently and as part of an operational engineering team.
- The ability to support, coach and share technical knowledge with less experienced Engineers and Trainee Engineers.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A reliable, practical and safety-focused approach.
- A full UK Driving Licence.
An HNC, ONC or equivalent qualification in an Electrical/Electronic discipline and additional relevant industry qualifications would be advantageous.
Additional InformationInterested?
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Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commit to a long term permanent role. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.
Should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact our approved recruitment partners, and we would ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers.
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Skills Required
- Experience in traffic signals, intelligent transport systems, signs, electrical engineering, or electronic engineering
- Strong practical engineering, fault-finding, and problem-solving skills
- Relevant Sector 8 accreditation and associated qualifications, including NRSWA, G39, and ECS where applicable
- Understanding of safe working practices and health and safety requirements
- Ability to work independently and as part of an operational engineering team
- Ability to support, coach, and share technical knowledge with less experienced engineers and trainees
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Reliable, practical, and safety-focused approach
- Full UK driving licence
- HNC, ONC, or equivalent qualification in an electrical or electronic discipline
- Additional relevant industry qualifications
- Right to work in the UK and commitment to a long-term permanent role
What We Do
SWARCO’s leading idea is to improve quality of life by making the travel experience safer, quicker, more convenient and environmentally sound. For this purpose, the Austrian traffic technology corporation produces and provides a large range of products, systems, services, and turnkey solutions for road marking, urban and interurban traffic management, parking, and public transport. Cooperative systems, infrastructure-to-vehicle communication, e-mobility, and integrated software solutions for the Liveable City complement the group’s future-oriented portfolio. 5,300 traffic experts are keen to shape together with all stakeholders in the traffic industry the transition from conventional traffic management to value-added services fit for the traveller in the digital age. The family-owned SWARCO Group looks back to over 50 years of experience and innovation and holds leading positions in the traffic technology industry, being the world’s largest manufacturer of LED traffic lights, the world’s no. 1 producer of highly energy-efficient LED variable message signs, the world’s no. 1 in the production of the full range of road marking systems, and Germany’s no. 1 in parking guidance systems for cities and businesses. SWARCO’s products, systems and solutions contribute to greater road safety and intelligent traffic management in 80 countries. In 2020, the Group generated revenues of 1.1 billion euros. www.swarco.com







