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Simon Bucknell
Technology Practice Director & Founder
Reliability Engineer
Contract
Permanent
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary
£60,000
Job Title: Reliability Engineer
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Contract Type: FTC
Rate of pay: £32.05ph PAYE
Overview
EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading Rolling Stock Maintainer, located in Newcastle that is currently in the market for a Reliability Engineer to join their company on a FTC basis.
This market leader is a well-established entity within Rail and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety-critical maintenance projects.
What's in it for you?
A well-established business supporting a long-term fleet maintenance and performance contract
£32.05ph PAYE
Monday to Friday, day shift, 36 hours per week
Responsibilities
Due to internal changes and off the back of continued success, my client is seeking an experienced Reliability Engineer to take ownership of reliability growth and performance improvement across a modern EMU fleet, working closely with the operator and the wider supply chain.
Your responsibilities will include:
As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for driving forward fleet reliability through structured investigation, data analysis and close collaboration with operational and supply chain partners.
You will:
- Translate complex performance data into clear dashboards and reports, providing both internal stakeholders and customers with an evidence-based understanding of fleet performance and actionable improvement recommendations.
- Act as a key technical liaison between engineering teams, train operators and external suppliers or OEMs, ensuring effective communication and alignment around technical issues.
- Manage technical queries and warranty claims throughout their full lifecycle
- Ensure investigations are taken through to completion by implementing corrective and preventative actions and monitoring their effectiveness over time.
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:
- Qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 4, or equivalent, within a relevant engineering or technical discipline.
- A completed apprenticeship or equivalent background in electrical, mechanical, network or software engineering, supported by strong hands-on practical experience..
- Demonstrable experience of conducting and leading structured root cause investigations using recognised methodologies
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, including customers, suppliers and internal teams.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
If you are interested in the opportunity of Reliability Engineer and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join their growing team located in Newcastle.
About us
EMBS is a specialist talent consultancy connecting exceptional engineering and technology professionals with some of the UK’s most prestigious advanced engineering businesses across Transportation, Energy and Defence. With deep sector expertise and a strong network of industry-leading employers, we’ll provide expert advice and support throughout the process, helping you secure the right opportunity and take the next step in your career.
Please note, due to the nature of the markets our clients supply into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
