Performance & Reliability Engineer (18 month FTC)
Commercial & Marketing
Digital
Edinburgh EH12 5NB, UK
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Performance & Reliability Engineer (18 month FTC)
Fixed term
Full-time
Hybrid
About us At the heart of the rail network for over three decades, Porterbrook is the UK’s leading rolling stock financier and asset management company with 4000 vehicles in our diverse portfolio of passenger and freight trains.
By working together with our partners, we deliver high-quality, agile rolling stock solutions that ensure the railway remains safe, reliable, sustainable and fit for the future.
We don't just provide trains – we provide a customer-focused platform for long-term success. Since 1994, Porterbrook has invested over £4bn in new rolling stock including £1bn of capital in new trains, fleet upgrades, traction innovation and rail infrastructure in the last five years.
With our strategic and empathetic funding solutions, we’re actively looking to invest a further £1bn in the years ahead.
About the team Porterbrook’s digital services team are responsible for developing digital capability, helping customers and the wider industry use data analytics to drive improvements in train services and reliability.
About the role A great opportunity for an exceptional Performance & Reliability Engineer, to join the Porterbrook team on a 18 month FTC.
Key responsibilities:
Analyse the output of Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM) systems, translating data into engineering action across all of Porterbrook’s digitally enabled assets
Working with our engineering team and our customers to recommend and implement maintenance interventions as determined by the RCM data
Be the focal point for our customer interaction on the day-to-day analysis and management of the RCM data
Working with our customers and the supply chain, supporting the creation and refinement of event detection algorithms
Developing a suite of customer use cases using the output of RCM systems to enable further adoption of digital technology
Working with the wider team, support the development of new digital products and services
Development and tracking of KPIs to track the successful implementation of new digital products and support the creation of business cases for future investment in this area, in support of the Principal Performance & Reliability Engineer
Becoming a subject matter expert on Porterbrook’s digital systems and support the wider team with technical queries
Working with IT to understand cyber security and compliance elements when applying digital technology
About you General Requirements:
Knowledge of RCM systems and techniques, and how to develop them to deliver tangible benefits to asset performance and process efficiencies
Strong analytical skillset with the ability to analyse large complex datasets
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex terminology into simple, readily understood language
Commercial awareness and experience of developing business cases
Experience of launching new products/systems and an awareness of the associated challenges and opportunities
Understanding of vehicle maintenance, overhaul, and modification requirements
Background in rolling stock maintenance, operations and/ or fleet management coupled with an understanding of rail depot environments
Skills / Experience What you’ll need to have:
Degree, HND or HNC qualification in an Engineering discipline
Knowledge of railway industry rolling stock, organisations, and key players
Understanding of condition-based maintenance and Reliability-Centred maintenance
It would be great if you also had:
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Confident and personable, able to influence others and build genuine personal relationships
Report writing, presentation and record keeping
Problem-solving and ability to analyse datasets
Good articulation of technical requirements (producing queries, building products etc.)
A great place to work We have a collaborative work ethic with our team members across the company, and with our customers and suppliers. In Derby, London and the Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right jobs, all striving to drive excellence through strong partnerships that create value for all.
We promote a high-performing culture where everyone is supported to achieve their goals, both personally and professionally. We have a close-knit, diverse team that looks out for each other, and supports our colleagues, communities and the next generation of the railway family.
In recognition of this we have been awarded:
Investors in People Gold accreditation
Investors in People ‘We Invest in Wellbeing’ Gold accreditation
Engineering and Safety Award Railway Innovation 2025
These accolades reflect the company's dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to thrive.
To learn more about why Porterbrook is a great place to work please visit our website and follow us on social media.
We are seeking the very best talent to join the team, and offer an excellent salary, along with bonus and benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with outstanding people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business. Some of our benefits are listed below:
1.5x employer contributory pension scheme
Financial wellbeing support
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Enhanced Armed Forces policies
Ongoing support with professional and personal development
Long service awards
25 days’ annual leave +
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