Rolling Stock Engineer

ARM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

ARM, located in Central London, is seeking a Multi-Disciplinary Rolling Stock Project Engineer to support a Fleet Heavy Overhaul team. You will lead engineering activities, coordinate resources, and ensure safety-compliant overhaul projects are delivered to schedule.

The role requires experience in rail vehicle systems, safety-critical environments, and strong stakeholder management; Chartered Engineer status is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with Rail Vehicle Systems and rolling stock engineering across overhaul projects.
• Experience in safety-critical rail environments, e.g., London Underground.
• Ability to produce, review and analyse technical documentation.
• Knowledge of railway standards and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support rolling stock engineering activities across overhaul projects.
• Produce, review and analyse technical documentation.
• Coordinate engineering resources and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with stakeholders and apply lifecycle engineering principles.
• Support testing, manufacturing and operation of rolling stock systems.

Skills

Rail Vehicle Systems

Rolling Stock Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Documentation Analysis

Risk Management

Project Lifecycle

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Power BI (advantage)

Education

Engineering Degree

Chartered Engineer

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Rolling Stock Project Engineer - Multi Discipline

Location: Central London

Rate: £500 per day (umbrella)

Contract: 6 months, with potential extension

Start: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for a Multi-Disciplinary Rolling Stock Project Engineer to join a Fleet Heavy Overhaul team, providing engineering support across the delivery of safe, compliant and assured rolling stock overhaul projects.

The successful candidate will lead and support a range of engineering activities, working closely with internal and external stakeholders and coordinating engineering resources where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support rolling stock engineering activities across overhaul projects.
• Produce, review and analyse technical documentation.
• Apply relevant railway standards, legislation and operating requirements.
• Analyse complex technical data and provide reports and recommendations.
• Coordinate engineering resources and mentor junior engineers.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Support testing, manufacturing and operation of rolling stock systems.
• Apply engineering, risk management and project lifecycle principles.
• Respond to emerging technical issues and agree appropriate actions with stakeholders.

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Experience with Rail Vehicle Systems / Rolling Stock Engineering.
• Experience within rail, ideally London Underground or a similarly complex, safety‑critical environment.
• Experience producing, reviewing and analysing technical documentation.
• Knowledge and application of relevant Railway Standards.
• Experience with rolling stock system design, testing, manufacturing and/or operation.
• Understanding of maintenance and overhaul requirements.
• Knowledge of risk management and engineering project lifecycle processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office; MS Project and Power BI would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or equivalent engineering qualifications/experience.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent.