Project Engineer

Overview

Plan, coordinate and deliver rail gate hardware deployments across stations.

Key Responsibilities

• deployment management
• hardware installation
• acceptance testing
• compliance assurance
• risk assessment
• stakeholder liaison

Tasks

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering the successful deployment of rail gate hardware systems across stations and networks. This role oversees the end-to-end lifecycle of hardware installation and upgrades, ensuring compliance with safety standards, operational requirements, and stakeholder expectations. The manager will work closely with engineering, project management, suppliers, and client representatives to ensure deployments are on time, within budget, and fully operational. -Monitor deployment progress, track issues, and escalate where necessary -Maintain accurate documentation of deployments, configurations, and changes -Develop and maintain deployment plans, schedules, and resource forecasts -Coordinate logistics for hardware delivery, storage, and staging -Drive continuous improvement in deployment processes and efficiency -Oversee acceptance testing, handover, and transition to operational support teams -Ensure all deployments comply with rail safety standards, regulations, and quality procedures -Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies -Lead and manage the deployment of rail gate hardware across stations and networks -Manage on-site contractors, ensuring work is completed to specification and on time -Oversee installation, integration, and commissioning of equipment -Act as the main point of contact between clients, suppliers, and internal teams

Requirements

• electromechanical
• hardware testing
• stakeholder mgmt
• mentoring
• rail standards
• project management

What You Bring

Add your resume and anything else to showcase why you would be a great addition to our team. We regret that this position is only available for UK citizens/Residents with indefinite leave to remain in the UK with current full time work rights for the United Kingdom, currently residing in the UK.No recruitment agencies, please! We won't accept any introductions. -Understanding of electromechanical systems, IT hardware, and field equipment integration -Experience with vendor hardware acceptance testing and commissioning -Strong communication and stakeholder management skills -Ability to train and mentor junior staff/contractors -Proven experience in deploying hardware in operational transport or similar safety-critical environments -Negotiation and supplier management skills -Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making abilities -Familiarity with remote monitoring and diagnostic tools -Familiarity with cybersecurity and networking considerations for connected hardware -Knowledge of lean deployment methodologies and continuous improvement -Exposure to UK rail standards (e.g., Network Rail, TOCs, TfL, RSSB) -Rail industry experience with Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) systems, including gate lines, validators, or related equipment -Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams (engineering, logistics, contractors, station staff) -Experience managing budgets, schedules, and resource allocation -Ability to interpret technical drawings and installation manuals -Strong project management and organisational skills

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Benefits

-Employee Assistance Programme -Group Life Assurance -Cycle to Work Scheme -Income Protection Scheme -Eyecare Vouchers -Private Healthcare -Besides the opportunity to work for a global company that is customer and people focused, we offer: -Electric Car Benefit Scheme

About Vix Technology

-The company specializes in innovative fare collection solutions, enabling cities and transport authorities to deliver seamless, digital payment experiences. -With a focus on integrated and scalable systems, the company offers solutions tailored to both public and private transport sectors. -The company's projects typically involve implementing contactless payment systems for buses, trains, and ferries, enhancing efficiency for millions of passengers. -Their systems support a wide variety of transport modes across multiple countries, ensuring reliability and operational flexibility. -Cutting-edge technology ensures secure, real-time transactions, improving efficiency in urban mobility.

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