TXM Recruit are proud to be the recruitment partner for a leading London-based light rail operator, supporting the hire of a highly skilled Rolling Stock Engineer to play a key role in fleet performance, reliability, and safety assurance.
The Opportunity
This is a critical engineering position within a complex and high-performing rail environment. You’ll be responsible for delivering technical solutions, driving reliability improvements, and ensuring compliance across a modern rolling stock fleet.
You’ll also play an important role in supporting fleet availability, leading engineering change, and contributing to continuous improvement and new fleet introduction programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical assurance and compliance activities across rolling stock systems
Deliver engineering changes through formal assurance processes as a Designated Competent Person
Drive reliability and performance improvements using predictive and preventative techniques
Manage supplier relationships, including visits to UK and European sites
Develop and maintain the Annual Asset Maintenance Plan in line with ISO55001
Provide technical leadership across safety, maintenance, and documentation standards
Lead and support engineering projects and innovation initiatives
Conduct audits, condition assessments, and produce detailed technical reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver operational and engineering improvements
Support and mentor team members to build future capabilityAbout You Essential:
Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience within a rolling stock or rail engineering environment
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, control, and pneumatic systems
Experience in safety assurance and compliance within rail environments (ROGS / ORR)
Background in delivering engineering projects and managing suppliers
Strong commercial awareness (contracts, KPIs, performance management)
Excellent communication and technical reporting skillsDesirable:
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng), or working towards
Experience with new train introduction programmes
Familiarity with diagnostic and engineering software toolsWhat’s in It for You
Free travel across the London transport network for you and a nominated household member
75% discount on National Rail season tickets
Interest-free season ticket loan
Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
Access to a wide range of wellbeing and employee benefitsApply Now
If you’re an experienced Rolling Stock Engineer looking to make a real impact in a safety-critical, innovative rail environment, we want to hear from you.
TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you