Location:
Newton Aycliffe, Durham, United Kingdom

Job ID:
R0121952

Date Posted:
2026-06-19

Company Name:
Hitachi Rail UK Limited

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description:

Your new role

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering team in Newton Aycliffe. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong electrical engineering background, who also has an appreciation or understanding of mechanical systems, to contribute to high-impact, technically complex projects.

Working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, you'll play a key role in the design, development, and integration of electrical systems across a range of applications.

Some key responsibilities

• Develop functional electrical schemes for systems and subassemblies
• Produce detailed wiring diagrams, harness layouts and electrical documentation for production
• Design electrical subassemblies, including cubicles, enclosures and external equipment
• Define and specify electrical and electro-mechanical components
• Prepare system and component technical specifications
• Support integration and testing of electrical systems, including on-system validation
• Conduct design reviews with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines, particularly where electrical and mechanical interfaces intersect

About you

You'll be an Electrical Engineer with strong technical capability and a proactive mindset, comfortable working both independently and within cross-functional teams.

We're particularly interested in candidates who bring:

• A solid foundation in electrical engineering principles and design
• Experience producing schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• An understanding or exposure to mechanical systems or electro-mechanical integration
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, Creo, Catia or electrical design software (e.g. E3 Zuken)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse technical requirements
• Effective communication skills and the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline, with relevant experience)

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience within the rail industry or other highly regulated engineering environments
• Knowledge of electrical system standards and testing approaches within rail or similar sectors

What we offer

We value the importance of all of our employees. If you join our organisation, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Potential annual performance-related bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
• Private medical insurance
• Personal accident insurance
• Group income protection
• Group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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