Assistant Traffic Systems Engineer - Optimisation

The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum, working 36 hours per week.

We have an exciting opportunity for a curious, analytical and technically minded individual who is eager to develop their expertise. If you enjoy understanding how systems work, asking questions and improving real-world outcomes for all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, buses and other vehicles, this role will suit you well.

Our Offer to You

26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About

The Role

As an Assistant Engineer, you will bring a working knowledge of traffic signal control principles and a willingness to develop this further in practice. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and be expected to demonstrate the Surrey Way behaviours of being collaborative, inclusive, dynamic and ambitious. You will work as part of a small, focused team of three engineers while also contributing to a wider project team of contractors and consultants, collaborating closely with colleagues across the Traffic Operations Team and stakeholders within the Place Directorate.

With training and guidance, you will support the review and validation of traffic signal operations, contribute to the development of signal timings and control strategies, and assist in designing and implementing optimised solutions for everyday use, roadworks and incidents.

Your role will include undertaking site observations, supporting design work using AutoCAD and other software, assisting with implementation and commissioning activities, and managing elements of project delivery from initial development through to stakeholder engagement and documentation.

This role offers the opportunity to build hands-on experience in traffic signal optimisation while developing a strong technical understanding of live network operations.

If you enjoy understanding how systems work, asking questions, and improving real‑world outcomes for all road users, whether they are pedestrians, cyclists, buses and other vehicles, this role will suit you well.

Shortlisting Criteria

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our