Project Engineer

Location: London Employment Type: Full-time Sector: Rail / Rolling Stock / Transportation Engineering About the Role We are seeking a Project Engineer with a background in rolling stock and new train introduction (NTI) programmes to support the delivery of major rail projects across the UK network. Based in London, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating engineering activities associated with the introduction, testing, commissioning, modification, and acceptance of new fleets into operational service. This role requires a technically capable and delivery-focused engineer with experience working across multidisciplinary railway environments, including interfaces with operators, maintainers, OEMs, infrastructure managers, and regulatory stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Lead and coordinate engineering activities associated with rolling stock projects and new train introduction programmes. * Support fleet integration, testing, validation, commissioning, and entry-into-service activities. * Manage technical interfaces between rolling stock manufacturers, operators, depots, infrastructure teams, and suppliers. * Ensure compliance with UK railway standards, safety requirements, and engineering governance processes. * Review and manage engineering documentation including design changes, technical queries, risk assessments, and test procedures. * Support configuration management and change control throughout the project lifecycle. * Monitor project progress against programme milestones, identifying and mitigating technical risks and issues. * Participate in fault investigations, reliability improvement initiatives, and performance reviews during fleet introduction. * Coordinate with operational and maintenance teams to ensure fleet readiness and smooth handover into service. * Contribute to stakeholder reporting, engineering assurance, and project reviews. Essential Requirements * Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or Rail Engineering (or equivalent experience). * Proven experience working within rolling stock projects and new train introduction programmes in the UK rail industry. * Strong understanding of railway systems integration, testing, commissioning, and acceptance processes. * Experience working with railway standards, safety cases, and engineering assurance frameworks. * Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across complex, multidisciplinary projects. * Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills. * Experience supporting project delivery within live operational railway environments. * Proficient in technical reporting, engineering documentation, and project coordination. Desirable Experience * Experience working with UK TOCs, ROSCOs, OEMs, or rail consultancies. * Knowledge of depot readiness, fleet maintenance integration, or reliability growth programmes. * Familiarity with systems such as ETCS, TCMS, traction, braking, or passenger systems. * Experience with major rail programmes including fleet upgrades, refurbishment, or new fleet deployment. What We Offer * Opportunity to work on high-profile rolling stock and rail transformation programmes * Competitive salary and benefits package * Career progression within a growing rail engineering environment * Hybrid working opportunities where project requirements allow * Professional development