Electrical Engineer (Schematics)

Overview

In this role you will design and integrate electrical systems for complex, safety-critical rail projects. You’ll work within a collaborative engineering team to translate concepts into compliant, robust electrical solutions across the product lifecycle. You will influence architectures, sizing, and schematics while coordinating with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders. This opportunity lets you contribute to next-generation rail technology within a global leader in transportation and digital innovation. You will be empowered to produce high-quality documentation and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance related bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme (contributions up to 9%)
• Private medical insurance
• Personal Accident insurance

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and maintain detailed electrical schematics and system designs using CAE tools
• Design and size electrical wiring systems, cable routes and electrical networks per 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

Key requirements

• 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 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

• Strong communication
• Stakeholder management
• Attention to detail
• Electrical schematic design
• Electrical system sizing and cable calculations
• Protection coordination and electrical distribution

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