Engineering Design Lead (Interiors) in Etwall
Job Description
Join the team responsible for the development of future trains in the UK and abroad. We are looking for an experienced engineering leader who is an expert in mechanical integration and/or system engineering as applied to whole train, vehicle, installation, assembly and detail level. \n\nReq ID: (phone number removed)\n\nLocation: Derby\n\nAppointment Basis: Permanent\n\nApply by: 15/05/2026\n\nSalary: circa £60,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits\n\nAt Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.\n\nYour future role\n\nJoin the team responsible for the development of future trains in the UK and abroad. We are looking for an experienced engineering leader who is an expert in mechanical integration and/or system engineering as applied to whole train, vehicle, installation, assembly and detail level. \n\nWe’ll look to you for:\n\nManagement and technical leadership of design and sub-system engineers responsible for vehicle interior design, integration and mechanical sub-systems. \nManage team workload planning, resource allocation, and forecasting to secure QCD commitments, including timely escalation of capacity, skills, or delivery risks. \nRegular reporting to management and alert in case of issue impacting the team performance \nContinuous improvement of the team performance for project/program activities, on-time and right first-time delivery \nCompliance to Engineering processes & instructions \nDeploying problem solving methodologies with necessary interfaces with other stakeholders \nSupporting the team in the resolution of issues and challenging actions \nContinuous improvement or Return on Experience management from previous projects \nPeople Management and Competency Development \nFoster strong cross‑functional collaboration within the UK organisation and the global mechanical integration and sub-system network. \n\nAll about you\n\nWe value passion and attitude over experience.
That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: \n\nSignificant experience of Mechanical Design with significant sub-system engineering experience desirable. \nSignificant experience in Railway products is highly desirable \nExperience of team management \nExperienced in the full product design lifecycle from concept development through to testing and validation. \nGood understanding of manufacturing and assembly process and the factors influencing this in design is desirable \nExperienced CAD user, preferably Catia V5 / V6 is desirable \nConflict management resolution \nCustomer satisfaction oriented \nResilient and organised with hands-on approach \nGood communicator, able to co-ordinate and/or support cross functional product development activities \n\nThings you’ll enjoy\n\nJoin us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.\n\nYou’ll also:\n\nEnjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines. \nCollaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
\nContribute to innovative projects. \nUtilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment. \nSteer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
\nBenefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning \nBenefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) \nUp to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay. \n25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. \nA wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.
\n\nYou don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!\n\nEqual opportunity statement:\n\nAlstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual are valued and respected.
All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. \n\nAs a ' Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise