Full job descriptionMechanical Engineer - Bogies & Wheelsets (Rolling stock) - Barton-under-Needwood The OpportunityWe’re supporting a leading rail engineering organisation in the search for a Mechanical Engineer with Rolling Stock Bogies and Wheelsets experience to join its specialist Products & Components team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical engineer with rolling stock, bogie or wheelset experience to play a key role in the performance, reliability and safety of safety-critical rail systems. You’ll be involved in technical investigations, engineering change, overhaul specifications, product improvement and customer-facing engineering support across a broad range of rail applications.
The Role*Provide technical expertise across bogies, wheelsets and associated mechanical systems
*Support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities
*Produce and review engineering documentation, specifications and technical reports
*Support engineering change and continuous improvement projects
*Interface with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
*Contribute to product safety, risk assessment and technical governance activities
LocationBarton-under-Needwood. Site based with opportunity for hybrid working once settled.

Essential Experience

*Degree-qualified Mechanical or Systems Engineer or equivalent Level 6.
*Rolling Stock industry experience, ideally with Bogies/Wheel sets
*Strong background in workshop environments / in Servicing &/or maintenance
*Ability to operate independently as a technical authority
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