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Senior Rolling Stock Engineer
Senior Rolling Stock Engineer | Reinventing Rail’s Future
At Jacobs, we are pioneering breakthroughs in urban mobility, environmental resilience, and technological innovation. Our mission is to transform ideas into tangible solutions that shape the future—safely, sustainably, and with purpose.
Your Impact: Redefining Rail for Tomorrow
The evolution of rail is at a crossroads—and your role as Senior Rolling Stock Engineer will define its trajectory. From innovating next-gen fleets to optimising existing networks, you’ll drive safety, efficiency, and sustainability in rail transport. Collaborating with operators, manufacturers, governments, and industry leaders, you’ll tackle decision-making challenges, introduce cutting-edge technologies, and elevate passenger experiences.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of rail.
About the Opportunity
You’ll join Jacobs’ leader in rail engineering, delivering strategic expertise across the entire rolling stock lifecycle. Whether it’s introducing innovative fleets, enhancing operational readiness, or evaluating future mobility solutions, your work will have a direct, measurable impact on global rail networks.
Key Responsibilities
Bridging technical excellence and client needs, your core contributions will include:
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Delivery of new rolling stock programmes:
- Advising on fleet design, specifications, and introduction strategies
- Supporting manufacturing partnerships and client engagements
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Technical innovation & future-proofing:
- End-to-end design reviews, engineering assessments, and risk mitigation
- Evaluating and advocating for emerging rail and mobility technologies
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Performance optimisation & reliability:
- Analysing fleet operation, maintenance schedules, and operational readiness strategies
- Applying data-driven insights to reduce downtime and fuel usage
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Project-driven partnerships:
- Leading cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-impact outcomes
- Collaborating with commissioning bodies, operators, and manufacturers on large-scale initiatives
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- Innovation tempo:
- Applying forward-thinking solutions to align with net-zero, accessibility, and efficiency goals
This role offers strategic depth, client impact, and exposure to multi-scale projects, making it ideal for those who thrive at the intersection of design, consultancy, and operational excellence.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Expertise
- Proven track record in introducing new rolling stock or optimising existing fleets
- In-depth knowledge of rail systems gained through consulting, operations, manufacturing, or infrastructure management
- Engineering fundamentals paired with real-world application, demonstrated through:
- Technical specifications and requirements development
- Design reviews and risk assessment protocols
- Fleet performance analysis and maintenance planning
Technical & Strategic Fit
- Degree/qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline or HNC with significant industry experience
- Strong passion for modern rail engineering and proactive learning in emerging technologies
- Client-first mindset: ability to lead or contribute critically to workstreams, maintaining clarity across complex stakeholder groups
- Adaptability: agility to navigate evolving sector challenges
- Mustering willingness for UK, Ireland, and international travel as required
Why Join Jacobs?
Your Growth Matters
We’re not just a workplace—we’re a community of innovators. Our ethos is built on: ✔ Safety and integrity: pioneering solutions bound by the highest ethical standards ✔ Inclusion and belonging: celebrating diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and ideas ✔ Workplace culture: our shared commitment and flexibility empower colleagues to thrive
Support and Benefits
Beyond professional fulfilment, Jacobs provides:
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Flexibility to Focus:
- Hybrid workflows: balanced between on-site collaboration and remote focus time
- Goal-oriented performance: measured by impact, not presence
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Holistic Wellbeing:
- Mental health initiatives and insightful employee support
- Volume of well-being benefits, including:
- Dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- Accessibility for disabilities and working during pregnancy/motherhood
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Global Influence:
- Two-sided opportunity: impactful local projects paired with global networking
- Open culture: an integrated international team sharing cutting-edge research
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Purpose-Driven Contribution:
- Corporate giving and hybrid environments to help our clients change the world for good
- Career growth through professional mastery and initiative: we invest in talented individuals seeking depth and variety
Our Commitment to You
Access & Inclusivity: Jacobs is disability confident, welcomes applications for flexible working arrangements, and believes talent transcends traditional requirements. We embrace neurodiversity and consider alternative qualifications or diverse career paths.
Community & Connection:
- Jacobs Employee Networks bring together those sharing values, backgrounds, or professional interests in spaces where they feel included, supported, and inspired
- Volunteering schemes and intellectual challenges allow you to give back in flexible, meaningful ways
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Join Us: Craft Rail’s Future at Jacobs
For shoulder-to-shoulder support with your recruitment questions, contact the Jacobs Careers Support team. We’re here to adapt every step of the way to ensure your experience meets your individual needs—and we’re excited to guide your potential forward.
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