Mechanical Engineer - Vehicle Engineering

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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

Your new role

As the Mechanical Engineer you will work within the Vehicle Engineering team, who provide support and technical ownership for car body structure projects for Hitachi Rail’s in-service fleets in the UK, delivering solutions to complex problems and expert input to engineering and maintenance activities. This role sits within the Rolling Stock Engineering team supporting Hitachi Rail products and delivering enhancements to the AT300 & AT200 UK fleets.

This role provides support for all Hitachi Rail fleets across the country, overnight travel for periods of time to elsewhere in the UK and particularly the Southampton area.

The Mechanical Systems Engineer and will undertake the following roles and responsibilities:

• Provide specialist mechanical engineering support of train systems and components, taking ownership of assigned train systems to be the Subject Matter Expert ‘SME’ on those functions;
• Producing technical reports to detail outcomes and recommendations following technical investigations and escalate any arising issues.
• Managing detail of engineering change.
• Deputising for the Senior Mechanical Engineer during times of absence if required.
• Carrying out thorough root cause analysis of any critical technical issues including operational events and failures, supporting with high-quality reports.
• Development and implementation of engineering procedures and policies regarding level of train fleet maintenance specified by customer / contract requirements and compliant with legislative regulations.
• Developing and maintaining a good working relationships with third party OEMs and suppliers.
• Responsible for liaising with Hitachi Japanese design and manufacturing teams to ensure that Japanese best practice and product knowledge is transferred to the UK operation.
• Responsible for the performance of H & S and Environmental risk assessments covering departmental activities.
• Liaison with Hitachi and external personnel as required to complete the duties of the post
• Must be prepared to travel overnight away from base location for periods of time to support Great Western, ScotRail and East Coast Main Line operations.
• From time to time, may be invited to take part in oversees meetings or workshops. This could include visits to sites in Japan and 3rd party suppliers in Europe and North America.
• Support the development of new build trains where required.

About You

Key Skills & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of a selection of mechanical systems, both technically and operationally;
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, technical standards, codes of practices and design principles / practices;
• Excellent knowledge of the Laws and Standards that apply and also proven experience in applying these standards to real world solutions / problems;
• Proven experience at delivering complex mechanical solutions in an industrial, manufacturing or transportation environment;
• Comfortable with ‘hands on’ engineering for on-train investigations when needed;
• Sound understanding of health and safety requirements in a practical working environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, to clear targets and deliverables, and within a tight project support environment;
• Ability to work under own initiative;
• Have a strong command of the English language;
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Commitment to working as part of a team;
• Commitment to the effective implementation of equal opportunities policies;
• Able to represent Hitachi in a professional manner at all times;
• Position holder must be able to interface effectively with all levels of personnel both within and outside the company.

Desirable

• Experience in the Railway Industry;
• Knowledge of the UK Railway Operations and Engineering Safety Management System;
• Previous CAD and/or FEA experience (e.g. Ansys, Cero, SolidWorks / SolidEdge);
• Knowledge of vehicle structures and their related standards: GM/RT 2100, BS EN 12663, BS EN 1999 VDI2230 or similar;
• Experience with steel and aluminium welding, exposure to BS EN 15085;
• Direct knowledge or experience of implementing and developing engineering design and assurance plans;
• Knowledge of Common Safety Method, or similar.
• Professional Registration with relevant Engineering Institution (e.g. IEng, CEng with IMechE, IET etc.)

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (i.e. BSc, BEng or MEng / MSc) in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace etc.) or the ability to demonstrate substantial experience within a technical industry.

Applications from candidates of any level of relevant experience will be considered. The right person for the team will be given training and support to suit their experience.

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.

Closing date for applications is 27th October 2024.

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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