Engineer - Vehicles - Field & Component Test

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Job Details

Job Title: Engineer - Vehicles - Field & Component Test

Contract Type: TfL Permanent / Full Time

Location: Acton / Various – Primarily site based

Salary: Circa £56,900 (dependent on skills, knowledge and experience)

Reference: SF5669

Overview of Role

Join TfL's Field & Component Test team as an Engineer, contributing to projects of varying scale and complexity across all TfL modes of transport. You will play a key role in supporting testing and technical development activities, with a focus on railway systems. Membership in a recognised Professional Engineering Institution or working towards professional registration with the UK Engineering Council is preferred.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking measurements, failure investigations, and field trials of new and existing transport systems or assets, with a focus on railway systems.
• Conducting asset condition monitoring and data acquisition.
• Leading teams and co-ordinating testing activities on operational sites.
• Engaging with stakeholders, including senior leaders, the wider TfL engineering community, industry bodies, regulatory authorities, and operational staff.
• Supporting the development of apprentices and trainees.

This role primarily requires working on operational sites and offices around the TfL network. Flexible working, including nighttime and weekend shifts, is expected for which Time off in Lieu and additional unsociable hours allowances are available.

Role Requirements

You will have:

• Experience in preparing high-quality technical reports, with a strong understanding of relevant national, international, and industry standards and best practices.
• A working knowledge of instrumentation, data acquisition, and digital signal processing methods.
• Experience using structural & dynamic measurement equipment and associated analysis software.
• Experience in test specification, design, and manufacturing of test rigs, and experimental research of mechanical and electrical systems.
• The ability to hold London Underground and Network Rail safety on the track certifications.
• Experience in managing worksite Safe Systems of Work.

Essential skills include building effective working relationships, influencing at all levels, and possessing the technical confidence to challenge the status-quo for innovative and sustainable solutions.

Holding a full UK manual driving license would be desirable.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

TfL is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to reflect the diverse communities it serves. As a Disability Confident Leader, TfL actively encourages applications from disabled people and may offer an assessment or interview where the minimum essential criteria are met.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your most recent 3-page CV and a mandatory 1-page Cover Letter, detailing how you meet the specified role requirements, with reference to your expert-level skills, knowledge, and experience. PDF format is preferred, and please do not include any photographs or images. The closing date for applications is Sunday 25 October @ 23:59.

Vetting Process

Transport for London's Vetting Charter outlines the checks conducted before employment to ensure safety, trust, and fairness across the network. Honesty and accuracy in your application are crucial for a smooth progression.

Benefits

In return for your commitment and expertise, TfL offers excellent benefits, including:

• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel on the TfL network
• Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home
• 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
• Optional private healthcare discounted scheme
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel