Our client, a leading organisation within the highways sector, is seeking an enthusiastic ITS Design Engineer to join its team in Chelmsford. This permanent role will support the design, development and delivery of intelligent transport systems across the Essex Highways network, with occasional site visits and flexible working hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver intelligent transport system schemes and specification documents for tendering and construction
- Develop solutions involving traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, CCTV installations and electronic driver messaging signs
- Prepare controller configuration forms, technical specifications and supporting design documentation
- Respond to technical queries relating to ITS and traffic engineering
- Review and approve third-party ITS designs and proposals
- Work collaboratively with clients, operational teams, colleagues, supply chain partners and external stakeholders to resolve technical issues
- Assist with the management and monitoring of works programmes, budgets and project performance
- Promote high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality in line with integrated management systems
Job Requirements:
- Experience in ITS design, traffic signals or highways engineering
- Familiarity with traffic signal control strategies, including VA, UTC/SCOOT and MOVA
- Ability to write controller configuration forms and ITS technical specifications
- Understanding of ITS standards, specifications and relevant industry guidance
- Experience carrying out technical reviews of third-party designs and proposals
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation, including the CDM Regulations
- Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
- BEng or BSc degree, preferably in electrical or civil engineering, or suitable equivalent experience
Additional Information:
- Based in Chelmsford
- Standard working hours of 8.00am to 4.30pm, with flexibility available
- Occasional site visits required
- Permanent employment opportunity within the highways and intelligent transport sector
If you are an ITS Design Engineer with experience in traffic signals and highways infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to safer, greener and healthier communities. Apply now to join our client's professional and collaborative team in Chelmsford.
