Mechanical Project Engineer (Rail)

Mechanical Project Engineer (Rail) in Shirebrook, Mansfield (NG20), NG20 9SA | Certain Advantage My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Manufacturing Project Engineer (CapEx) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Ripley (DE5) Up to £46000 per annum + 3k Bonus + 34 Days Holiday 3 weeks ago Mechanical Engineer The Sterling Choice Ltd Rotherham, South Yorkshire £50k - 53k per year 1 month ago Commissioning Engineer Morson Edge Kersall, Newark (NG22), NG22 0AA £400 - 450 per day + Benefits 1 week ago Project Engineer Elevation Recruitment Derbyshire £44k - 46k per year + Bonus 3 weeks ago Technical Project Engineer Pioneer Selection Derby (DE1), DE1 £52k - 54k per year + Bonus & Benefits 2 weeks ago Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Pipework Component Morson Edge Pride Park, Derby (DE24), de24 £48k - 62.5k per year + None 1 month ago Mechanical Engineer, Water AECOM Chesterfield, Derbyshire Competitive 2 weeks ago Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector Stantec Reading, Berkshire Competitive 2 weeks ago Project Engineer Echelon Engineers Limited Hope Valley (S33) From £45,000 to £55,000 per annum 5 days ago Principal Process Engineer, Water AECOM Chesterfield, Derbyshire Competitive 1 week ago Mechanical Project Engineer (Rail) Certain Advantage View Profile Shirebrook, Mansfield (NG20), NG20 9SA Permanent Published: 5 days ago £55000 - £70000 per annum, Benefits + Bonus + Company Benefits + Suppo Apply Save Mechanical Project Engineer (Rail) Certain Advantage Apply Senior Project Engineer (Rolling Stock / Rail Freight) £55,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Company Benefits + Support towards Chartership Mansfield Certain Advantage is hiring for a Senior Project Engineer based Mansfield. This role is on a permanent basis. Are you a Project Engineer with a strong mechanical engineering background and practical experience in rail or heavy manufacturing, looking to join a well-established manufacturer where you will lead high-impact projects and shape key engineering decisions? Are you looking to take full ownership of project delivery from concept to handover, with a high degree of influence across design, manufacture, and customer outcomes? This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable business, established for over 100 years, and play a critical role in delivering complex, business-critical work streams, during an exciting growth period. The Company: We are working with a well-established rail engineering and manufacturing business, currently experiencing rapid and sustained growth after securing a large export deal. The company provides a complete service across concept design, manufacture, approval, and life-extension projects. Alongside rail wagons, they design and manufacture bespoke containers and specialist engineered products, varied and technically interesting work. The Role: This role is for a Senior Project Engineer who can integrate technical, commercial, schedule, and stakeholder requirements to successfully drive engineering projects forward. Day to Day: Lead the engineering lifecycle of freight wagon and rolling stock projects from initial concept through to manufacture, verification, validation, and customer handover. Own technical deliverables and engineering priorities, driving project plans to hit programme milestones. Manage engineering change , configuration control, and technical risk, assessing any impact on compliance, manufacturability, and in-service performance. Collaborate closely across departments Support technical approvals , compiling the necessary evidence packs and engineering records for vehicle compliance. Provide hands-on support to manufacturing teams on the shop floor, resolving technical issues and implementing controlled changes efficiently. Mentor and guide internal engineers and designers, promoting robust engineering governance and continuous process improvement. The Individual: Senior Project Engineer with a solid mechanical engineering background. Proven experience within rail freight, rolling stock , or a comparable heavy engineering environment. Strong project management capability , with a track record of coordinating resources, managing budgets, and driving delivery against deadlines. Excellent communication and commercial awareness , with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional decision-making. Proactive, structured, and delivery-focused mindset with strong attention to detail. Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you are hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we will work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, HR, Business Support, IT and Engineering. If this job is not for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips. Apply Certain Advantage Banking and Financial Services 70 Jobs Company Profile In Short Industry Marketing & PR Founded 1977 Location Manchester Company size 11-50 Developing talent, developing business. If you’re looking for a new job, or to add to your team, we can help. We focus on recruitment in IT, Engineering + Professional Services nationwide. If you can’t find the job you’re looking for here, please register on our website to be matched with great opportunities that fit your skillset, experience and industry preferences. 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