Design Engineer

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Sandiacre; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider based in Sandiacre is searching for a talented Design Engineer. The role involves managing multiple projects, overseeing product design and development of engineering solutions for rail systems. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering, with at least two years of experience in a regulated industry. Offering a competitive package, this position emphasizes innovative problem solving and continuous improvement within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Company bonus

Tailored training

Company pension with 7% employer contribution

Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary

Discounted gym membership

Fuel Card

33 days holiday annually

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a regulated safety-critical industry.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and overseas.
• Chartered Engineer or pursuing Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product design and development for rail systems.
• Develop prototypes and produce stress calculations.
• Improve existing products and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Design solutions to recognized standards

Strong communication skills

Innovative problem solving

Education

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Job Description

Progress Rail is looking to recruit a talented Design Engineer to join our diverse and dynamic Engineering team in Sandiacre.

Managing 2‑3 projects at any one time, you will be responsible for the design and development of engineering products from the justification stage, through to provision of documentation and technical support in service. This includes the interfaces with related equipment, assembly, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.

Your technical knowledge will enable you to have sufficient awareness of details to recognise when technical problems are becoming apparent and to be able to initiate corrective actions.

The Role

As a Design Engineer you will be required to:

• Undertake all aspects of product design, development and safety of engineering products for rail track systems of the projects you oversee
• Assist with the development of prototypes
• Producing stress calculations and FEA simulations
• Developing work instructions & procedures
• Assist with the research and development of new products
• Continuous improvement of existing products, processes and design tools
• Oversight of engineering governance including sign‑off concessions, rework and quality ensuring product meets industry and company standards

The Candidate

The ideal Design Engineer:

• Degree educated in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent
• At least two years’ experience working within a regulated and safety‑critical manufacturing industry such as nuclear, chemical, aerospace, or automotive
• Ability to generate design salutations to recognised standards
• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership
• Strong communication skills
• Innovative and resilient problem solver
• A knowledge of Finite Element Analysis would be a benefit
• Willingness to travel nationwide and overseas on occasion

Benefits

• Company bonus
• Tailored training to help you learn and develop
• Company funded external qualifications (where relevant to the role)
• Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off across 4,000 UK gyms
• Fuel Card – save 2‑3p per litre on across 3,500 UK fuel stations including BP, Esso and Shell
• Various employee recognition schemes
• 33 days holiday per annum, pro‑rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)

A bit about Progress Rail

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance‑of‑Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.

Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.

We would politely request no agencies please.