Principle Communications Engineer

Key Responsibilities: Act as the Communications CRE on Network Rail projects. Supervise multidisciplinary engineering teams including engineers, specialists, and BIM/CAD technicians. Deliver proficient designs across Control Systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC, BMS) and Telecommunications (PAVA, FTN, GSM-R, CCTV, VOIP, RF Radio, etc.). Conduct formal design reviews (CAT2 checks) to ensure safety, buildability, and compliance. Undertake HAZID, HAZOP, and HAZCON studies where applicable. Manage and maintain design documentation: design registers, drawing registers, RFIs, TQs, MARs, and EWNs. Direct liaison with BIM/CAD teams for clash detection and design coordination. Attend and oversee FATs, SATs, and other compliance stages. Collaborate with installation teams to ensure practical and efficient design implementation. Support commercial teams in tracking design changes and valuing work. Engage with planning departments to schedule design, installation, and T&C activities. Manage subcontractor design and installation packages. Maintain quality and ensure compliance with VVB and client standards. Line Management Duties: Manage and develop the Controls and Communications Engineering and Design teams. Lead team allocation, workload management, and mentoring. Deliver technical training and skills development programmes. Skills and Experience: Essential: Expertise in Controls and Communications engineering design and delivery. Knowledge of electrical installation regulations, BIM, and design modelling standards. Proficient use of design tools (Amtech/Trimble, Cymap). Advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel. Experience acting as a Network Rail CRE. Seven years' experience in a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineering role. Strong understanding of NR 02009, Network Rail and London Underground communications standards. Familiarity with HAZID/HAZOP/HAZCON methodologies. Desired: Commercial and contractual awareness. Ability to mentor apprentices, graduates, and engineers. Capability to educate and guide internal stakeholders on technical matters. Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Revit (or equivalent BIM platforms). Previous experience within M&E contractors. Previous experience as a CEM (Contractors Engineering Manager). Essential Qualifications: HND in a relevant Engineering discipline. Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration. Membership of a recognised institution (CIBSE/IET). Valid CSCS Card (AQP or PQP minimum). Full UK driver's license