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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.
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.
Description
Electrical Engineering Manager
Hybrid working
Permanent
£75,000 - £85,000 per annum
Your new role
The Electrical Engineering Manager will lead the electrical engineering team, ensuring the design, development, and implementation of advanced electrical systems and components. This role demands strong technical expertise in Rolling Stock systems as well as strong leadership and project management capabilities. The Electrical Engineering Manager will be responsible for building an effective team supporting the development of team members to succeed in their roles as well as strong collaboration with cross-functional teams. Provide bid support for new rolling stock projects including requirements evaluation, pre-concept design development, technical document production, budget forecasting, etc.
* Manage team of electrical engineering support within the Technical Services team to deliver technical solutions to complex engineering problems
* Oversee design, development and implementation of electrical based technical changes to rolling stock components and systems to improve safety and reliability
* Provide technical expertise in relation to electrical systems, ensuring conformance to relevant standards and best practice
* Support the delivery of the heavy maintenance and overhaul capability for all UK fleets
* Ensure robust and effective process and procedures are in place for all work activities within the Electrical Engineering function
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives, using latest advancements in electrical engineering technology and industry best practice to enhance system performance and efficiency
* Provide technical, commercial and managerial leadership for the Electrical Engineering team. Ensure individual mentoring, coaching, support and development to succeed in their roles
* Develop detailed project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress to achieve project milestones
* Ensure the development of competencies, skills and knowledge of the Electrical Engineering staff in alignment with Group HR strategy, guidelines and policies
* Support learning and development within the Electrical Engineering team, including the development of new staff and Graduate Engineers
* Responsible for ensuring adequate levels of H&S and environmental issues are maintained across departmental activities and compliant with company policy and Health & Safety at Work Act requirements
About You
* HNC/HND in electrical engineering or relevant (+5 yeas) experience.
* Extensive knowledge of electrical design principles, Electrical rolling stock components, power distribution systems, control systems and industry standards.
* Proven experience in managing complex projects, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Proven experience of rolling stock heavy maintenance programmes and associated engineering activities required for these.
* Hands on engineering experience and ability to develop, deliver and lead fleet improvement strategies.
* Ability to work flexibly and, travel extensively and effectively within the UK.
* User of Microsoft Project and able to build and maintain cost models
* Extensive previous experience of planning in an engineering/maintenance environment
* Understanding of Business Systems and ERP solutions such as SAP
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
* Annual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis.
* 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 at https://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.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
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Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Rail Transportation
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