Rail Electrical Engineer: Schematic Design Expert

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

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.