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Engineering under the spotlight...

There's a real mixed bag of demand and vacancy numbers across the sector

HSQE Engineers

+%

Signaling Engineers

+%

BIM modellers/technicians

-%

P-Way Engineers

-%

Engineering vacancy numbers

November, December, January, July 2023 by percentage difference January - July

Engineering vacancies
Nov 2022
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Jul 2023
% Change January - July 2023
Mechanical Engineer
45
51
61
60
-2%
HSQE Engineer
30
35
72
86
19%
Civil Engineers
101
108
245
221
-10%
BIM modellers/ technicians
46
50
297
177
-40%
OLE Engineers
78
87
100
89
-11%
E&P Engineers
75
77
64
57
-11%
Signaling Engineers
45
51
229
362
58%
P-Way Engineers
372
80
34
18
-47%

The Data shows:

  • Since the beginning of this year, there has been a noticeable increase in demand for Signaling Engineers

So what?

Given the scale of ongoing major projects, it's no surprise that there is a heightened demand for HSQE professionals. Health and Safety holds paramount importance in the realm of rail development

Design Engineer numbers in decline!

Where have all the design engineers and digital engineering professionals gone?

Due to project delays, particularly concerning HS2, there has been a noticeable pattern where companies are releasing highly skilled professionals from both temporary and full-time positions.

Is this an ongoing trend?

With recent positive developments in Parliament, including the endorsed funding for projects like Northern PowerHouse Rail, EastWest Rail, and Transpennine Route Upgrade, we anticipate a surge in station development activities.

As a result, there will likely be an increase in job opportunities for roles related to CAD, BIM, Mechanical, Electrical, and other Building Services designs in the latter part of this year, with a more significant upswing projected for 2024 and beyond.

Furthermore, the ongoing planning and design for three major stations in HS2 also contribute to this temporary slowdown being only a fleeting setback.

  • We've been involved in all major rail projects for 15+ years, from HS1 to Crossrail
  • We facilitate the transition of engineers from consultancy positions to end client roles with organisations like Network Rail, TFL, HS2 Ltd, and many others

Our most significant achievements stem from clients who have become strategic partners with Matchtech, collaborating on tailored talent attraction plans that precisely cater to their requirements.

At Matchtech, we collaborate with companies to enhance the skill sets of candidates.

We actively assist signaling professionals in their journey towards becoming IRSE Licensed Engineers through investment and mentoring.

For additional information and case studies showcasing how we can replicate this success with you contact us here
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