Mechanical/Electrical Engineer
* Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
* Permanent
* Full-time
* 16 hours ago
Join the ranks of Hitachi Rail in Newton Aycliffe and move beyond routine maintenance. We are seeking analytically‑minded Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to lead the validation and complex diagnostics of the UK's most advanced rolling stock.
This is a high‑impact role for technicians who thrive on solving "unsolvable" faults and ensuring world‑class safety standards.
The Rewards
* Competitive Pay (PAYE): £21.31 (Days) | £25.57 (Backshift)
* Competitive Pay (Umbrella): £28.91 (Days) | £34.69 (Backshift)
* The Schedule: Mon‑Fri rotational shifts (07:00-15:00 / 14:30-22:30).
* The Impact: Immediate start on long‑term, ongoing projects at a flagship facility.
The Mission
* Advanced Diagnostics: Execute complex fault‑finding using specialised tools and intricate engineering schematics.
* Systems Validation: Lead the testing of high‑spec fleet trains to ensure peak performance.
* Collaborative Engineering: Partner with Lead Technicians to investigate systemic failures and provide technical feedback that shapes future reliability.
What You Bring
* Technical Foundation: NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Minimum).
* Diagnostic Prowess: Proven experience in fault‑finding or validation within high‑stakes environments (Aviation, Automotive, or Renewables experience is highly valued if not from Rail).
* Blueprints: Expert‑level ability to interpret complex mechanical and electrical drawings.
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