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Employment
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026. Hitachi scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Hitachi is a Japanese conglomerate founded in 1910 by Namihei Odaira as an electrical repair shop inside a copper mine, which grew into one of the country's largest industrial groups. After a decade of restructuring it now concentrates on digital systems and services, green energy and mobility, selling grid equipment through Hitachi Energy, trains and signalling through Hitachi Rail, and storage and data platforms through Hitachi Vantara. Its Lumada portfolio ties operational technology to software, and the 2021 acquisition of GlobalLogic gave the group a large digital engineering arm serving customers outside Japan.

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

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs athttps://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

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.

We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

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