Project Engineer - Rolling Stock

Job title:

Project Engineer

Job location:

Derby Salary: £Competitive

Shifts:

Days Duration:
Permanent

Start date:

ASAP Industries considered:
Rolling Stock, Freight or Passenger stock

Job Purpose The purpose of the role is to lead and co-ordinate the delivery of engineering design, reengineering and other related projects and support the delivery of installation activities of the passenger field services teams. In addition to leading a small team of design engineers and interfacing with customers and other project stakeholders, you will also ensure that all deliverables are on time, meet quality requirements and budget.

The Role Day to day management of a team delivering rolling stock design projects including the management of all deliverables and the allocation of resources to deliver to meet customer expectations. Lead the design team and provide innovative design solutions and concepts. Interfacing with customers and other project stakeholders. Supporting (with the design team) the on-site installation teams to resolve any new design issues.

A working knowledge of the use of 2D and 3D CAD modelling and drawing using Solid Works or other CAD software, checking all output and drawings. Good knowledge and experience of passenger rolling stock and particularly interiors and mechanical systems. Projects will include modification and refurbishment of passenger and freight rolling stock and the re-engineering of rolling stock equipment and components.

Project Delivery Ensure that projects allocated to you are managed to deliver their time, cost and quality objectives. Undertake regular project reviews to monitor overall project performance and provide robust forecasts on costs vs budget where required. Prepare and lead customer project reviews and contribute to stakeholder meetings. Ensure all information is captured, logged and shared within the business and team in a timely manner.

Provide project engineering expertise to projects, ensure that all engineering aspects are in accordance with applicable standards and best practice. Carryout accurate and comprehensive vehicle surveys to allow concept and detailed design to be developed and/or a programme of works/modification instructions to be prepared. Support First in Class installations on site and the introduction of new services and ensure a smooth transition to fleet production rates.

Preparation of engineering change documentation including any assessments such as EMC, Structures, Fire. Qualifications Degree in an engineering subject - desirable but not essential Chartered status would be desirable PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION.Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates wedeem suitable for the position.

However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.

Please note the above job specification could be subject to change as agreed with our client.