Details:
- Salary: £450 - 470 - Day
- Location: London
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
Senior Technology Engineer
Stratford, London (Hybrid) £450 - £470 per day (Umbrella) 6-Month Contract
The Opportunity
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Technology Engineer to join a major infrastructure and transportation programme focused on innovation, automation, and emerging technologies within a highly regulated engineering environment.
This role will play a key part in driving technology-led improvements across critical infrastructure assets, with a particular focus on reducing manual maintenance activity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the deployment of innovative engineering solutions.
The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving AI, automation, remote monitoring, digital inspection technologies, and drone applications, while contributing to long-term transformation programmes across a complex engineering estate.
There is also strong potential for the position to transition into a permanent opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead innovation and technology projects from concept through to deployment
Support the introduction of automation and digital inspection technologies
Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and asset management teams
Drive initiatives focused on improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability
Act as a technical authority within assigned project areas
Support the deployment of remote condition monitoring and data-led maintenance solutions
Contribute to business cases, technical assurance, and benefits realisation activities
Engage with internal stakeholders and external technology providers
Support innovation strategies across infrastructure and engineering operations
Ensure compliance within a regulated and safety-critical environment
Areas of Focus
AI and automated inspection technologies
Vision and camera-based monitoring systems
Drone technology and remote asset inspections
Digital transformation and innovation programmes
Data analysis and condition monitoring solutions
Emerging engineering technologies and automation tools
Requirements
Experience delivering or supporting innovation and technology-focused engineering projects
Strong technical understanding across software, systems, automation, or digital engineering environments
Exposure to drone technologies, remote monitoring, or automated inspection systems would be advantageous
Ability to engage with technical teams and senior stakeholders
Experience working within regulated engineering or infrastructure environments
Strong problem-solving and project delivery capability
Ability to operate autonomously within a fast-paced technical environment
Desirable Experience
Rail, infrastructure, transportation, or asset management sector experience
Experience with AI, machine vision, or automated inspection technologies
Knowledge of digital maintenance or condition monitoring systems
Exposure to innovation, R&D, or emerging technology deployment projects
Qualifications
Degree qualified in Engineering, Technology, Software, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline
Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership would be advantageous