Rolling Stock Engineer

Senior Rolling Stock Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical)
Location: West London (Hybrid)
Salary: £515 pd
Type: Contract - Long term
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Rolling Stock Engineer to join a growing team supporting major rail and rolling stock overhaul, refurbishment, and life-extension programmes. This is a technically focused role that combines engineering expertise, technical authoring, manufacturing support, and operational training.
You will play a critical role in developing detailed maintenance and overhaul processes based on OEM specifications, ensuring engineering best practice is translated into clear and effective work instructions for operational teams. You will also provide technical support during production activities, resolve engineering issues, and support the ongoing improvement of maintenance and overhaul processes.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in rolling stock engineering, although engineers from comparable sectors such as aerospace, defence, heavy manufacturing, or other regulated engineering environments will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and write detailed engineering Work Instructions based on OEM maintenance and overhaul specifications.
Provide technical support to production and operational teams during overhaul and refurbishment activities.
Investigate and resolve engineering and manufacturing issues in collaboration with Principal Engineers and wider engineering teams.
Validate and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
Configure and maintain SAP routings and BOM structures.
Interpret and apply OEM technical documentation, maintenance manuals, and engineering standards.
Deliver technical training to operational staff based on the work instructions and processes you have developed.
Drive continuous improvement in engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance processes.
Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Typical Workstreams
You may be involved in a wide range of rolling stock overhaul and refurbishment activities, including:
Bogie overhaul programmes
Braking system and sub-component overhauls
Wheelset overhaul, including wheels, axles, and gearboxes
Door system overhauls
Motors, alternators, compressors, and cooling fan refurbishment
AC and DC traction systems
Electrical and electronic assembly build and overhaul
Central Line Improvement Programme (CLIP)
Engineering train fleet overhaul, including wagons and battery locomotives
Fleet life-extension and reliability improvement projects
Essential Requirements
Degree, HND, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Railway Engineering.
Proven experience within a rolling stock, rail, aerospace, defence, or similar engineering environment.
Strong technical writing skills with experience creating detailed engineering instructions, procedures, or maintenance documentation.
Ability to understand and interpret:
Engineering drawings
Manufacturing drawings
Assembly drawings
Technical specifications
Experience supporting maintenance, overhaul, refurbishment, or manufacturing activities.
Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
Experience working with BOMs and structured engineering documentation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Previous rolling stock engineering experience.
Experience with SAP, particularly BOM and routing configuration.
Knowledge of rail vehicle systems and subsystems.
Familiarity with reliability, maintainability, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience delivering technical training within an engineering or manufacturing environment.