Lead Design Engineer

Lead Design Engineer Location: Derby (On-site) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 We are currently working with a specialist design and engineering organisation within the rail transport sector, who are looking to appoint a Lead Design Engineer.

Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will play a key role in ensuring design solutions are technically robust, compliant with relevant industry standards and delivered to the required quality and timescales.

Key Responsibilities

Leading design activities across a range of rail engineering projects, from concept development through to detailed design and implementation. Taking technical ownership of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with relevant UK rail standards, regulations and specifications.

Producing and reviewing 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings. Providing technical guidance, support and mentorship to junior design engineers. Reviewing and approving engineering outputs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal and customer requirements.

Participating in design reviews with customers and internal project teams. Working collaboratively with mechanical, electrical and structural engineering teams to deliver integrated design solutions. Liaising with customers and suppliers to obtain technical information and resolve design challenges.

Undertaking on-site rail vehicle surveys where required. Supporting the coordination of design activities to ensure project deliverables are achieved within agreed timescales. About You Proven experience within a Design Engineering role, ideally within the rail vehicle/rolling stock or the wider rail industry.

A strong understanding of UK rail industry standards, regulations and compliance requirements. Extensive experience producing 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings. Proficiency in Siemens Solid Edge would be highly advantageous.

Experience taking technical ownership of engineering projects, from concept through to implementation. Previous experience reviewing and checking engineering outputs against technical specifications. The ability to provide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams. A proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving, with excellent attention to detail.

A full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake occasional site visits. If you are an experienced Design Engineer with a background in rail and are looking for an opportunity to take on a technical leadership position, we would be ...

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