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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical systems engineering, focusing on reliability, compliance, and performance optimization. Proficient in fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, and engineering change management within the railway industry.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering DegreeRolling Stock Engineering ExperienceFault Diagnosis and Root Cause AnalysisKnowledge of Railway StandardsEngineering Change Management
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Hard Skills
Fault DiagnosisRoot Cause AnalysisSystem InvestigationsReliability ImprovementEngineering Change ManagementTechnical DocumentationData AnalysisEngineering Drawings InterpretationLifecycle OptimisationFMEA Activities
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationStakeholder Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Excel
Certifications & Qualifications
HNC/HNDChartered Engineer Status
Industry Keywords
Rolling Stock SystemsTrain Maintenance PrinciplesRailway StandardsTSIENUICISO Requirements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as the technical authority for assigned mechanical systems, ensuring their safe, reliable, and compliant performance across the fleet
- Lead investigations into system faults, defects, incidents, and non-conformances, identifying root causes and corrective actions
- Develop, review, and approve engineering changes, modifications, and maintenance improvements for responsible systems
- Support fleet reliability and performance initiatives through design, maintenance, and lifecycle optimisation activities
- Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, FMEA activities, testing, commissioning, and system acceptance processes
- Provide technical support and maintenance engineering expertise to depot teams, suppliers, and operational stakeholders
- Manage system obsolescence and work closely with suppliers to maintain long-term system availability and performance
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, ensuring compliance with railway standards and regulatory requirements
- Participate in the on-call engineering rota, responding to safety incidents and operational needs as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or related Engineering discipline
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards desirable
- Minimum 5 years' experience in rolling stock engineering, maintenance, reliability, or fleet support environments
- Strong knowledge of modern rolling stock systems and train maintenance principles
- Experience of fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, system investigations, and reliability improvement activities
- Understanding of railway standards and regulations, including TSI, EN, UIC, and ISO requirements
- Experience supporting engineering change management, testing, commissioning, and system acceptance activities
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
- Ability to analyse data using Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Travel benefits that can be used for both work and play including 75% off underground network from Day 1
- Competitive defined benefit pension scheme
- Free Eurostar tickets
- Discounted Eurostar tickets for friends and family
- Ongoing training and development
- Free, confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme
- Peer-to-Peer support from trained Mental Health First Aiders/Personne de Confiance
- Lots of other exclusive deals, discounts and perks