Principal Communications Engineer - Rail
Location
North West London, Greater London
Job Type
Full-time
Category
construction-and-extraction
Posted
June 11, 2026
PSR Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Principal Controls & Communications Engineer (CRE) to support major Network Rail projects with a leading UK engineering contractor.
This contractor has a strong pipeline of work across rail infrastructure, known for delivering complex multidisciplinary projects with a practical, delivery-focused approach.
Role Overview
Acting as the Communications CRE, you'll lead design assurance and delivery across control systems and telecoms packages, ensuring compliance, safety, and buildability across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Act as CRE on Network Rail projects
Lead design across SCADA, PLC, BMS, DCS and telecoms systems (CCTV, GSM-R, FTN, PAVA, VOIP, RF)
Carry out CAT2 checks and ensure compliance with NR standards
Manage design documentation, RFIs, TQs, and approvals
Coordinate with BIM/CAD teams for design integration
Support HAZID / HAZOP / HAZCON processes
Attend FAT/SA...
This contractor has a strong pipeline of work across rail infrastructure, known for delivering complex multidisciplinary projects with a practical, delivery-focused approach.
Role Overview
Acting as the Communications CRE, you'll lead design assurance and delivery across control systems and telecoms packages, ensuring compliance, safety, and buildability across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Act as CRE on Network Rail projects
Lead design across SCADA, PLC, BMS, DCS and telecoms systems (CCTV, GSM-R, FTN, PAVA, VOIP, RF)
Carry out CAT2 checks and ensure compliance with NR standards
Manage design documentation, RFIs, TQs, and approvals
Coordinate with BIM/CAD teams for design integration
Support HAZID / HAZOP / HAZCON processes
Attend FAT/SA...