We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and growing rail engineering organisation, who are experienced an exciting period of growth following a recent acquisition. They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Project Engineer with demonstrable experience in leading engineering design and delivery across a range of rolling stock & fleet products.

This is a hands-on role within a busy engineering production environment, supporting the Head of Engineering with the delivery of design and installation projects for passenger and freight rolling stock systems, whilst also leading a small team of Design Engineers.

In return, you will receive a starting salary of up to £58,000, depending on experience. Other benefits include 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), early 2:30pm finish on Fridays, electrical car sacrifice scheme, free parking, employee discount scheme, pension scheme, EAP and the opportunity for future career development and progression opportunities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Attending customer sites to oversee the installation of rolling stock and passenger fleet systems, whilst being on hand to tackle any design challenges
• Adopting primary use of Solidworks to produce general arrangements, prototype and final approval drawings, using both 2D and 3D packages
• Ensure timely delivery of a range of modification and refurbishment projects
• Act as primary contact for customers and stakeholders, ensuring queries are dealt with swiftly and issues are resolved promptly
• Ensure company best practices and customer requirements are consistently met
• Collaborate with Head of Engineering to assess and refine the design strategy for the business, whilst incorporating continuous improvement and LEAN techniques

Skills & Experience

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering discipline
• Proven experienced in full design of rolling stock, freight wagons and/or passenger fleet systems essential
• Fully proficient in the use of 2D/3D Solidworks
• Experienced in leading the successful delivery of rolling stock design and installation projects
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills on all levels
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of Design Engineers
• Happy working on customer sites when required at final project delivery stage
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

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Vacancy Summary

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 17:00 and Friday 8:30am – 2:30pm

Salary: £58,000 Per Annum D.O.E

Location: Derby, Derbyshire

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

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