Rail Electrical Technician: Wheelset & Bogie Overhauls

Rullion; East Ham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is seeking an Electrical Modifications Technician - Rail at Beckton Depot to support a major Rolling Stock project. You will overhaul, repair and modify wheelsets, bogies and related components to high safety and quality standards.

You will run and terminate cables in control panels, assist with bogie overhauls, manage materials, and help with depot cleaning as required. A background in electrical engineering and basic fault-finding are essential; rail experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Background in electrical engineering or a similar process-based environment.
• Basic fault-finding skills.
• Previous rail industry experience desirable.
• Ability to accurately record work and follow procedures.
• Strong understanding of safe use and care of tools, PPE.
• Health & Safety knowledge including COSHH and biohazards.
• Computer literacy and ability to interpret technical documents.
• Capable of producing detailed technical reports when required.

Responsibilities

• Running of cables and terminate cables in control panels.
• Repair and reassemble components following technical guidelines.
• Assist the wider team with bogie and wheelset overhauls, supporting collaborative working and skill development.
• Identify and collect required materials and spares from stores.
• Support general depot and rolling stock cleaning when required.
• Deliver high-quality mechanical repairs, modifications, and overhauls as part of the Engineering Team.
• Work safely and efficiently within a structured maintenance environment.
• Ensure all work is completed to the required technical and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Fault finding

Rail industry experience

Technical reporting

Job description

Rullion is seeking an Electrical Modifications Technician - Rail at Beckton Depot to support a major Rolling Stock project. You will overhaul, repair and modify wheelsets, bogies and related components to high safety and quality standards.

You will run and terminate cables in control panels, assist with bogie overhauls, manage materials, and help with depot cleaning as required. A background in electrical engineering and basic fault-finding are essential; rail experience is desirable.