Rail Systems Diagnostics Technician

CAF Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health care plan

Bike2Work

Job summary

CAF Rail UK in Manchester is seeking skilled technicians to diagnose faults and repair new trains in a depot environment, ensuring service availability. The role involves root cause analysis across electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems with hands-on use of diagnostic software and test equipment.

The ideal candidate has an NVQ Level 3 in electrical or mechanical engineering and at least 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, plus a valid driving license and willingness to work varied

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• 3 years post-apprenticeship experience in fault detection and repairs.
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Proficient with diagnostic software and test/measurement equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and flexibility for varying shifts (including weekends, day and night).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis for an advanced fleet across electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic systems.
• Perform corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.
• Use electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, test equipment and diagnostic software.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Root cause analysis

Diagnostic software

Schematic interpretation

Test equipment

Driver's license

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical/ mechanical engineering

Job description

CAF Rail UK in Manchester is seeking skilled technicians to diagnose faults and repair new trains in a depot environment, ensuring service availability. The role involves root cause analysis across electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems with hands-on use of diagnostic software and test equipment.

The ideal candidate has an NVQ Level 3 in electrical or mechanical engineering and at least 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, plus a valid driving license and willingness to work varied