Project Engineer

Full-time                           

Office Based                 

The position is based in our office in Derby, Derbyshire, UK

As a Project Engineer within DG8, you will take technical responsibility for the compliant delivery of assigned projects, leading all linked disciplines to ensure solutions meet relevant legal, safety, and quality standards, within agreed timescales.

You will lead engineering and design-led projects from start to finish, managing communication between customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery. This includes the production and checking of technical documentation and drawings to agreed standards.

The role also includes a range of supporting activities such as site surveys, on-site support, and testing activities, while ensuring delivery within budgetary and programme constraints.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• →Take technical responsibility for all assigned projects.
• →Lead engineering and design-based projects from concept through to implementation.
• →Manage communication between customers, stakeholders, and internal project teams.
• →Produce and check technical documentation and engineering drawings in line with agreed standards.
• →Ensure all work is independently checked and meets required quality standards.
• →Undertake site surveys and provide on-site support for installations, testing, and inspections, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and First Article Inspection (FAI).
• →Apply relevant legal and safety standards to all project activities.
• →Support project planning, reporting, and resource management.
• →Support business development activities and promote the company’s capabilities where possible.

• Degree qualified (BEng/MEng) in a relevant engineering discipline (2:2 or above preferred).
• Understanding of the UK Rail Industry and associated standards and regulations.
• Proven experience delivering engineering or design-led projects.
• Chartered status (IMechE, IET or similar) or working towards it.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake site visits.

• A competitive salary package.
• Holiday entitlement: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by up to 5 additional days with length of service (up to 30 days total).
• A collaborative, team-focused culture with modern facilities and a flexible, engaging work environment.
• Wellbeing and development support, including private healthcare after one year of service, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a wide range of lifestyle and wellness benefits through the Perkbox platform.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including a contributory pension scheme, gym membership support, eye care vouchers, and enhanced parental leave.

We will be reviewing applicants ongoing. Icomera welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, and we value a diverse and inclusive work environment.

About Icomera:

Icomera is the world’s leading provider of integrated connectivity solutions for trains, trams, buses, and coaches, serving millions of passengers and tens of thousands of vehicles on a daily basis. The IcoCrew now consist of 300+ employees globally. Icomera is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with main offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ireland, and Italy.

Icomera’s vision for green mobility within the public transport industry perfectly complements the wider mission of our parent company, Equans. As the global leader in multi-technical services with 74,000 employees working across 17 country hubs, Equans delivers customised solutions which connect, protect and energise territories, cities, buildings, industries and transport infrastructures, empowering their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Visit www.icomera.com for further information.