Junior Railway Fire Safety Engineer – Hybrid, London

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited in London is seeking a Junior Fire Safety Engineer to join our team. This entry-level role offers exposure to railway fire safety standards while supporting project teams across the lifecycle.

You will develop expertise in DOORS, documentation, and safety management in a fast-paced, international environment. Ideal candidates have a Mechanical Eng degree or equivalent, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a technical diploma with a mechanics specialization.
• Analytical and methodical approach to technical work.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Support fire safety management using DOORS and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop fire safety design activities.
• Provide input across railway engineering projects on safety requirements.
• Build relationships with engineering and project teams.

Skills

Fire safety

Railway projects

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Hitachi Rail UK Limited in London is seeking a Junior Fire Safety Engineer to join our team. This entry-level role offers exposure to railway fire safety standards while supporting project teams across the lifecycle.

You will develop expertise in DOORS, documentation, and safety management in a fast-paced, international environment. Ideal candidates have a Mechanical Eng degree or equivalent, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel.