Electrical Engineer (Schematics)

hitachi; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus potential

25 days holiday

Pension scheme (9%)

Private medical insurance

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Newton Aycliffe to join our engineering team. You will design, develop, and integrate electrical systems for complex, safety-critical rail projects, guiding concepts through production in a collaborative, international environment.

The role focuses on creating robust electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system architectures while ensuring compliance with railway standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electrotechnical or related engineering.
• Proven experience producing and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience in rail, transportation, manufacturing, automotive or electromechanical engineering environments.
• Knowledge of E3.series (Zuken) or similar schematic design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and maintain detailed electrical schematics and system designs using CAE tools.
• Design and size electrical wiring systems, cable routes and networks per standards.
• Select and specify components including relays, contactors, connectors and circuit breakers.
• Support development of electrical system architectures and conceptual solutions.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

Rail industry experience

E3.series knowledge

Electrical design calculations

Education

Electrical/Electrotechnical engineering degree

Tools

E3.series (Zuken)

Job description

Location: Newton Aycliffe, Durham, United Kingdom

Job ID: R0124894

Date Posted: 2026-09-25

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 talented Electrical Engineer with strong electrical schematic design experience to join our growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, safety-critical rail projects that are shaping the future of sustainable transportation.

As part of a collaborative, international engineering environment, you'll play a key role in the design, development, and integration of electrical systems, ensuring robust, compliant, and innovative solutions are delivered throughout the product lifecycle. You'll have the opportunity to influence projects from concept through to production, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and customers.

Some key responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and maintain detailed electrical schematics and system designs using computer-aided engineering tools.
• Design and size electrical wiring systems, cable routes and electrical networks in line with technical requirements and industry standards.
• Select and specify electromechanical components including relays, contactors, connectors and circuit breakers.
• Support the definition and development of electrical system architectures and conceptual solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with railway standards, safety regulations and engineering best practice.
• Perform electrical system calculations, cable dimensioning and protection coordination activities.
• Support manufacturing, industrial engineering and production teams during vehicle assembly and testing.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to technical investigations, problem-solving activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

About you

You’ll be a proactive and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and takes pride in producing high-quality electrical documentation.

• A degree in Electrical, Electrotechnical or a related Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience producing and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience within rail, transportation, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace or other electromechanical engineering environments.
• Knowledge of electrical design software, ideally E3.series (Zuken) or similar schematic design tools.
• Understanding of electrical system sizing, cable calculations, protection devices and electrical distribution systems.Knowledge of relays, contactors, circuit breakers and electrical protection schemes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Why join us?

This is more than just a schematic design role. You'll be working on next-generation rail technologies that connect communities and improve the way people travel. You'll have the opportunity to see your designs progress from concept through to implementation, while developing your career within a global leader in transportation and digital innovation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Potential opportunity for 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

We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle

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.