We’re supporting a well-established rail engineering consultancy to appoint an experienced Principal & Senior Mechanical Engineer to work across a diverse portfolio of passenger, freight, metro, and light rail rolling stock projects.
This is a technically senior role offering real ownership across the full project lifecycle — from feasibility and design through to integration, assurance, testing, and entry into service — with exposure to major operators, ROSCOs, OEMs, and public bodies.
The role
You’ll lead the delivery of mechanical engineering solutions, providing high-quality consultancy while ensuring compliance with UK and EU railway standards.
Key elements include:
- Mechanical systems integration and vehicle modification projects
- Train control and protection systems upgrades
- Production and approval of design packs, schematics, calculations, and test documentation
- Assurance against standards such as TSIs / NTSNs and EN 50126 (Functional Safety)
- Mentoring engineers and leading technical work packages
- Supporting bids, estimating, and customer engagement
What we’re looking for
- Strong Mechanical engineering background with rolling stock experience
- Proven delivery of Mechanical systems integration and vehicle modifications
- Solid understanding of railway standards, approvals, and assurance processes
- Experience working across multi-disciplinary engineering projects
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage customers and stakeholders
- Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
- Experience in delivering modifications and upgrades on UK fleets; integration with systems (HVAC, doors, braking, interiors).
- Exposure to bidding, estimating, or early-stage project work
Why consider this opportunity?
- High-impact technical role within a respected rail engineering business
- Exposure to varied rolling stock platforms and complex engineering challenges
- Strong collaborative culture with opportunities for progression
- Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
Interested in a discreet conversation about this opportunity?
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