With a dominant share of this niche market and a rapidly expanding order book, they are entering a major phase of growth, making this an exceptional time to join the team. Following a 25% increase in headcount over the last 12 months and the construction of a brand‑new Sheffield office, the business is investing heavily in people, capability, and long‑term development.
The role:
As a Project Engineer, you will guide customers through the full project lifecycle—from initial enquiry to final acceptance. You’ll act as the technical and commercial lead for your projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery of depot safety solutions.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting customers with technical quotations and early‑stage project scoping
Conducting depot surveys and understanding how products interface with existing infrastructure
Designing installation plans and coordinating technical requirements
Managing contracts, obligations, documentation, and project reporting
Overseeing installation activities and subcontractor performance
Ensuring compliance with rail safety standards and engineering controls
Leading projects through factory acceptance, commissioning, and final delivery
Why Join:
Work for the UK’s leading depot safety specialist
25% headcount growth and a strong 2025 pipeline
Genuine progression opportunities due to expansion
Comprehensive induction and product training (highly niche technology)
Brand‑new Sheffield office currently under construction
Opportunity to work across the majority of UK rail depots
Be part of a business shaping the future of depot safety
Package
Salary: Up to £55,000 (top end)
Location: Sheffield
Hours: Monday–Friday
Hybrid: 1 day per week WFH
Travel: UK‑wide travel required depending on project needs
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year