Closing Date for Applications

30th October 2026

Salary Scale: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Help Shape the Future of Britain's Railway

Rail Delivery Group (RDG) partners with Britain’s train operators to put customers at the heart of everything we do, delivering essential services and dedicated experts who keep the nation’s railway running efficiently. 

From journey information, reservations and Railcards to improving performance, safety and accessibility, we drive the services and people that keep the railway moving. Anyone who has travelled by train or booked a journey for friends or family, will have used our services. We are integral to the running of the railway and play a crucial part at every stage of the customer journey – making sure we are delivering a better railway for all our customers, now and in the future.

As we embark on a new era for rail, we are now looking for a Rolling Stock Engineer and REGS Advisor to join us. If you are motivated by meaningful work and want to play a role in the future of Britain's railway, we'd love to hear from you!

What is the purpose of this job?

To support Train Operating Companies (TOCs) and wider rail industry stakeholders in delivering engineering projects, initiatives and best practice relating to rolling stock and associated interfaces.

To provide technical expertise and coordination across fleet engineering activities, helping to improve fleet performance, support innovation and facilitate collaboration between operators and industry partners.

To act as the Railway Engineering Graduate Scheme (REGS) Advisor, supporting the development of graduate and early-career engineers across the rail industry and ensuring that the industry continues to develop the engineering skills required to meet future challenges

What can I expect to do in this job? 

This isn’t an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to be involved with include:

Rolling Stock Engineering Responsibilities

· Lead and support the delivery of rolling stock engineering projects and initiatives on behalf of member TOCs and the wider rail industry.

· Provide technical engineering expertise on matters relating to rolling stock, fleet performance, maintenance, reliability and operational interfaces.

· Lead, coordinate and facilitate industry working groups, workshops and technical meetings to support collaborative project delivery.

· Contribute to the development, review and implementation of industry standards, guidance and engineering best practice.

· Contribute to RSSB research programmes and industry projects through technical input and stakeholder engagement.

· Provide technical engineering expertise to industry responses to RAIB recommendations, investigations and emerging safety issues.

· Monitor emerging technologies and innovation opportunities and support their assessment and implementation across TOCs.

· Produce technical reports, briefing papers and presentations for industry groups and governance forums.

· Facilitate information sharing and lessons learned between operators, manufacturers, suppliers and other industry stakeholders.

· Contribute to the development of engineering strategies and programmes led by the Fleet Engineering team.

REGS & Skills Development Responsibilities

· Act as the Railway Engineering Graduate Scheme (REGS) Advisor for developing engineers, mentors and participating organisations.

· Accountable for the REGS key performance indicators, ensuring efficient delivery of the scheme requirements

· Advise RDG and the REGS Steering Group members on engineering skills requirements, capability gaps and future development needs across the sector.

· Support the continuous improvement and development of the REGS programme in line with industry requirements and UK-SPEC expectations.

· Attend graduate start-up meetings alongside mentors, line managers and the Industry Early Careers Manager.

· Undertake periodic development reviews with graduates, mentors and line managers to monitor progress through MPDS and professional registration objectives.

· Prepare and present reports on graduate development, scheme performance and identified risks or opportunities to the REGS Steering Group.

· Lead the delivery of REGS inductions, conferences, networking events and development activities.

· Lead accreditation and re-accreditation activities with relevant professional institutions.

· Work with training providers, universities and industry stakeholders to enhance the development opportunities available to graduates and early-career engineers.

· Promote professional registration and support engineers working towards EngTech, IEng and CEng status.

Who will my key contacts be?

Internal to the Rail Industry

· RDG colleagues.

· Head of Fleet Engineering.

· Head of People Strategy

· TOC and FOC Engineering and Operations teams.

· Fleet Directors, Fleet Engineers, graduates and mentors across participating operators.

· RSSB personnel.

· Industry Early Careers Manager.

· REGS Steering Group members.

External to the Rail Industry

· Rolling stock manufacturers and suppliers.

· Universities and academic institutions.

· Professional institutions including the IMechE and IET.

· Training providers.

· DfT, GBR, ORR and RAIB.

· Industry partners and technical working groups.

Requirements

What experience, skills and knowledge do I need?

· A degree or equivalent professional qualification

· Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with a broad knowledge of railway engineering; operational systems and supply chain activities, with relevant experience in positions of engineering responsibility.

· Experience as an engineering mentor, training advisor or scheme coordinator.

· Familiarity with MPDS and UK-SPEC.

· Knowledge of engineering competence development and professional registration requirements.

· Experience within rolling stock, fleet engineering, maintenance, railway operations or engineering project delivery.

· Good knowledge of railway engineering principles and rolling stock systems.

· Understanding of relevant railway standards, legislation and regulatory requirements.

· Experience supporting engineering projects involving multiple stakeholders.

· Understanding of the commercial framework and arrangements in respect of the rail industry

· Communications skills to be able to influence and work within the industry at various levels

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job.

It's an opportunity to be part of an organisation that puts customers at the heart of everything we do, bringing the industry together to keep Britain connected. You'll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to projects with national impact and help shape the future of rail travel for generations to come.

At Rail Delivery Group, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected and able to be themselves. We are continually working to build an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Some of the ways we support our people include:

·       Employee networks

·       Flexible and hybrid working

·       Inclusive hiring practices

·       Wellbeing initiatives

·       Learning and development opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we will work with you to provide the support you need.

Benefits

Why Work for RDG?

We offer a highly competitive package, including:

• 75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts
• 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
• Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan for commuting costs
• Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave
• Pension scheme – up to 8.64% employer contribution
• Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield)
• Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks
• Flexible working arrangements available