Electrical Engineer (Schematics)

MEPJOBS UK; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme with contributions up 9

Private medical insurance

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will design, develop and integrate electrical systems for complex, safety-critical rail projects, from concept through to production, working with international teams and suppliers.

You will create robust schematics, perform sizing calculations, and ensure compliance with railway standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electrotechnical or related engineering.
• Experience producing electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience in rail, transportation or electromechanical environments.
• Knowledge of E3.series or similar design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed electrical schematics and system designs.
• Design and size electrical wiring systems and network layouts.
• Specify components including relays, contactors, connectors and circuit breakers.
• Ensure designs comply with railway standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Schematic design

Rail experience

E3.series

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

E3.series

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.

We're Particularly Interested In Candidates Who Have

• 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

We value the importance of all of our employees. If you would like to join our fantastic organisation, you could be entitled to:

• 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.