Systems Engineer
Hybrid
Derby, United Kingdom
Freelance
04-03-2025
Job Specifications
Due to an internal secondment, we are seeking a high calibre applicant to join our Product Management team as an electrically biased Systems Engineer, initially on an FTC until February 2026. This position can be based in either London or Derby.
Who are we?
We are Rail People. Since our founding in 1994 we have been helping to modernise and improve UK rail to meet the needs of today’s passengers. We have invested more than £1.5 billion in rolling stock and innovation projects in the last ten years to become the UK’s largest rolling stock leasing company.
Our purpose is to serve the rail industry by bringing private investment into rail assets innovatively and sustainably throughout their lifecycle. Our culture of innovation, collaboration and commitment to excellence drives us to be a company that is valued by our customers and makes us the people that the rail industry most wants to work with.
We invest in small and medium businesses who drive our innovation in new technologies. From battery and hybrid powered traction systems to 3D printed parts and high-definition cameras on our assets. Our long-term outlook means we can support skilled jobs across the sector, from coast to coast, across the whole country.
We will continue to reimagine our investments, to work with the talented people in our industry and to engineer a brighter, greener, more cost-effective future for the railway in the United Kingdom. Together, we are creating an environment where people can enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
Angel Trains. Rail People, Real Expertise.
About the role:
As a Systems Engineer at Angel Trains, you will be responsible for sourcing and implementing innovate solutions, systems and products that will aid in the continuous development of our existing fleets. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies, and your expertise will be crucial in driving innovation and supporting the development of sustainable transportation solutions.
What will you be doing?
Working with the wider Product Management department to produce appropriate business cases for the development of new products/systems in line with an overall strategy.
Evaluating existing products on the market as well as new products entering the market with the view of integrating them onto our existing assets.
Writing technical engineering change documentation, to demonstrate that proposals are safe, technically appropriate and commercially viable.
Supporting vehicle trials by ensuring that contractual documentation is in place and that technical support is provided to Fleet Engineers when required.
Developing and maintaining new relationships with customers and suppliers to implement new product workstreams. Develop marketing plans for new products/systems.
Ensuring that any safety issues for new products/systems are progressed and closed out in a timely manner.
What do we need from you?
A can-do attitude coupled with an innovative mindset.
An engineering degree or equivalent level of practical experience demonstrated.
Familiarity with high value technical engineering equipment, preferably rolling stock. This could either be from a manufacturing, maintenance or refurbishment background.
Experience of working to improve the reliability of components, processes or systems.
Experience of proactively introducing innovative systems or products onto existing assets and providing technical expertise.
Experience around contract negotiation and stakeholder management is desirable but not mandatory.
Why choose us?
As an employer we ask that all our employees follow and showcase five simple values; that we are:
People People
Future Forward
Always Accountable
Better Together
Problem Solvers
Alongside these values we also believe our role as an employer is to empower our workforce to make self-sufficient, informed choices, giving them new experiences and helping to develop their careers.
We recognise that our people are our greatest asset at Angel trains, and this is why we invest significantly in both their professional and personal development. We have been accredited with Investors in People & Wellbeing Platinum Awards and we’ve tailored our competitive benefits offering to include:
Generous holiday allowance and employer pension contributions.
Health Insurance.
A range of discounted offers and benefits e.g. season ticket loans to cycle to work schemes.
Perkbox – our discounted online shopping site.
A salary sacrifice Electric Vehicle benefit scheme.
Family-friendly and flexible working policies.
Your physical and mental wellbeing matters to us and to support you during your career we also offer an Employee Assistance Programme, and a dedicated team of volunteer Mental Health First Aiders.
It’s a great place to work with a modern offices in London & Derby (but with hybrid working), hugely engaged colleagues, and external recognition as a “World Class Workplace”.
Please note:
For an informal discussion regarding the role or a full copy of the Job Description please contact chris.hurford@angeltrains.co.uk.
We are not currently looking to engage any external agency support at this time.
Deadline for submission is the 28/03/2025 however we reserve the right to close the advert before that date is reached.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Company
We are Rail People. Angel Trains is the UK’s largest rolling stock company. We have invested more than £1.5 billion in rolling stock and innovation projects in the last ten years. Helping to modernise and improve UK rail and meet the needs of today’s passengers. We collaborate with like-minded companies to make our trains more accessible, comfortable and connected. Together, we are creating an environment where people can enjoy the journey as much as the destination. Taking our iconic Pendolino fleet as an example,... Know more
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