We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and growing rail engineering organisation, who are experienced an exciting period of growth following a recent acquisition. They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Project Engineer with demonstrable experience in leading engineering design and delivery across a range of rolling stock & fleet products.This is a hands-on role within a busy engineering production environment, supporting the Head of Engineering with the delivery of design and installation projects for passenger and freight rolling stock systems, whilst also leading a small team of Design Engineers.In return, you will receive a starting salary of up to £58,000, depending on experience. Other benefits include 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), early 2:30pm finish on Fridays, electrical car sacrifice scheme, free parking, employee discount scheme, pension scheme, EAP and the opportunity for future career development and progression opportunities.Roles & ResponsibilitiesAttending customer sites to oversee the installation of rolling stock and passenger fleet systems, whilst being on hand to tackle any design challengesAdopting primary use of Solidworks to produce general arrangements, prototype and final approval drawings, using both 2D and 3D packagesEnsure timely delivery of a range of modification and refurbishment projectsAct as primary contact for customers and stakeholders, ensuring queries are dealt with swiftly and issues are resolved promptlyEnsure company best practices and customer requirements are consistently metCollaborate with Head of Engineering to assess and refine the design strategy for the business, whilst incorporating continuous improvement and LEAN techniquesSkills & ExperienceDegree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering disciplineProven experienced in full design of rolling stock, freight wagons and/or passenger fleet systems essentialFully proficient in the use of 2D/3D SolidworksExperienced in leading the successful delivery of rolling stock design and installation projectsExcellent stakeholder communication skills on all levelsAbility to lead and inspire a team of Design EngineersHappy working on customer sites when required at final project delivery stageAbility to read and interpret technical drawingsAbout Express RecruitmentExpress Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.Vacancy SummaryHours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 17:00 and Friday 8:30am – 2:30pmSalary: £58,000 Per Annum D.O.ELocation: Derby, DerbyshireJob Type: Full Time, PermanentUnfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.