Rolling Stock Project Lead Engineer

GTS Group Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Varied projects

On-site and depot work

Job summary

GTS Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Rolling Stock Engineer to lead vehicle modification projects and support installation across the UK rail sector. The role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership and proactive project delivery.

You will plan, coordinate and inspect on-site activity, manage tooling and subcontractors, and produce RAMS and installation procedures while ensuring safety and quality standards. UK-wide travel is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in rolling stock maintenance, production or engineering environments.
• Experience as Production/Shift/Depot manager.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Knowledge of engineering safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lead teams on site and coordinate engineering activities.
• Experience producing RAMS and work instructions.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and stay away from home.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Rolling stock modification or depot experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate rolling stock modification and installation projects.
• Plan and supervise on-site engineering activities across UK locations.
• Produce technical documentation including RAMS, method statements and installation procedures.
• Carry out fault finding, testing, commissioning and equipment replacement activities.
• Support manufacture and assembly of electrical and mechanical equipment including wiring harnesses and electromechanical assemblies.
• Coordinate project mobilisation including tooling, labour, materials and equipment.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure safe working practices are maintained.
• Monitor project progress, resolving technical issues and ensuring delivery against programme.
• Provide technical support to installation teams and customers.
• Support engineering change management and ensure documentation is kept up to date.
• Assist with project estimating, installation planning and tender support.
• Manage tooling, calibration records and workshop facilities.
• Promote continuous improvement across installation processes and project delivery.
• Build strong relationships with customers and act as the technical representative on site.

Skills

Leadership on site

Planning

Fault finding

Communication

Driving licence

Willing travel

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

RAMS documentation

Work instructions

Job description

GTS Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Rolling Stock Engineer to lead vehicle modification projects and support installation across the UK rail sector. The role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership and proactive project delivery.

You will plan, coordinate and inspect on-site activity, manage tooling and subcontractors, and produce RAMS and installation procedures while ensuring safety and quality standards. UK-wide travel is required.