Key Takeaways
- Support the delivery of rolling stock projects, contributing to fleet procurement, modernisation, and decarbonisation programmes.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Must have full working rights in the UK and no more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
- Advert closing date: 12 November 2026. Early application recommended.
- Start date: 1 September 2027.
About the Role
The Opportunity
The Rolling Stock team supports clients across the full rail vehicle lifecycle, from early-stage strategy, feasibility and procurement through to design, assurance, testing, acceptance, operation and maintenance. We work on a wide range of projects including new fleet procurements, fleet modernisation, decarbonisation programmes, asset management, depot and maintenance planning, and technical assurance, collaborating closely with other rail disciplines to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable railway systems.
What you'll do:
- Support the delivery of rolling stock projects by assisting with technical studies, vehicle specification development, requirements management and engineering assurance activities.
- Contribute to fleet procurement, modernisation and decarbonisation programmes, including the assessment of emerging technologies and sustainable transport solutions.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, specifications and other project documentation, working closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Assist with asset management, maintenance planning, depot-related projects and operational performance improvement studies across a range of rail clients.
- Develop technical and professional skills through involvement in real projects, client engagement, site visits and collaboration with specialists across the wider rail business.
Is this role right for you?
For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant academic discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering.
To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:
- Full working rights in the country of application
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
- Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:
- Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
- Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.
You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.
Application Process
The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage.
What we offer you
- Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
- A career in which all members can belong, grow and thrive.
- Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
- Profit Share is a key part of our reward.
- Flexible working approach.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits.
Eligibility
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.
Closing Date
Advert Closing Date : 12 November 2026
Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.