ETCS Signalling Test Engineer

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

We are currently seeking an experienced ETCS Signalling Test Engineer to join our growing rail engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of advanced railway signalling programmes within a safety-critical environment, supporting the verification, validation, and testing of modern train control systems.

• Location: Derby
• On Site: Hybrid 
• Clearance: Clearable 
• Experience Level: Junior - Mid 

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute signalling and ETCS testing activities across various project stages.
• Support system verification and validation to ensure compliance with operational and technical requirements.
• Review system specifications, technical documentation, and test procedures.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test scripts, and testing documentation.
• Identify, document, and support the resolution of system defects and anomalies.
• Collaborate with project, systems, software, and installation teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Support integration and commissioning activities where required.
• Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation planning throughout the testing lifecycle.
• Ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with railway safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Promote co

Required Skills:

• Proven experience within railway signalling environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of ETCS systems.
• Previous experience carrying out signalling system testing and verification activities.
• Understanding of signalling integration, validation, and commissioning processes.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, requirements, and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working within safety-critical engineering projects.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Previous experience working with a leading signalling OEM or rail technology provider.
• Experience supporting large-scale railway signalling programmes.
• Knowledge of signalling assurance processes and industry standards.
• Understanding of system engineering principles and requirements management.
• Experience supporting factory, integration, dynamic, or site testing activities.

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.