Principal Rolling Stock Engineer

As a Principal Rolling Stock Engineer you provide expert consultancy and technical leadership on rolling stock projects ensuring compliance with international standards and resolving complex engineering issues. You lead design assurance inspections and verification activities across mechanical electrical propulsion braking and onboard systems. With 1215 years of experience you deliver project oversight stakeholder coordination and quality assurance to guide major rail projects to successful completion.

Technical Leadership & Consultancy

• Provide high-level engineering consultancy services to clients on rolling stock projects.
• Lead the review and assessment of rolling stock designs specifications and technical submissions.
• Advise clients on compliance with international standards safety requirements and best industry practices.
• Support clients in resolving complex technical and interface issues.

Design Review & Assurance

• Conduct detailed design reviews across rolling stock systems including mechanical electrical propulsion braking signalling interfaces and onboard systems.
• Ensure that designs meet contractual requirements performance criteria and maintainability objectives.
• Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Inspection & Verification

• Perform factory inspections during manufacturing phases to verify quality workmanship and compliance.
• Conduct site inspections during testing commissioning and acceptance stages.
• Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) site acceptance tests (SAT) and system integration tests.

Project Oversight

• Act as the clients representative in dealings with rolling stock manufacturers and system suppliers.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to agreed schedules and quality standards.
• Review and validate test results inspection reports and certification documents.

Coordination and Reporting

• Interface with clients contractors suppliers.
• Participate in technical meetings workshops and design reviews.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports audit findings and recommendations.
• Maintain detailed records of design reviews inspections and project progress.
• Provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Railway Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 1215 years of experience in rolling stock engineering or rail systems.
• Strong experience in design review validation and verification (V&V) processes.
• Proven track record in manufacturing oversight and on-site testing of rolling stock.
• Experience working with OEMs contractors or consultancy firms in major rail projects.
• Familiarity with international standards (e.g. EN IEC ISO UIC).

Technical Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of rolling stock systems and interfaces.
• Understanding of railway safety certification and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in inspection audit and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings specifications and test procedures.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance legal matters family care personal health fitness and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills expand your expertise and be recognized for the impact you make.

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