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Are you looking for opportunities to work on high profile rail projects and advanced technology alongside experts from the around the globe? Come and join the fastest growing rail business in the world!
Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signalling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions. We are working to Inspire the Next – and this is your chance to be part of it.
Your new role
In this superb opportunity, based out of our Newton Aycliffe facility, the graduate will work within various systems engineering team responsible for delivering engineering solutions for projects in the UK, and introducing world leading technology to the UK rail market.
This placement will provide the opportunity to experience and contribute to the efficient operational delivery of engineering lead tasks, maximising personal and professional development in an exciting and dynamic vision-led team.
Key role and responsibilities
- Work in accordance to a planned programme in the company and under the direction of senior managers.
- Gain experience in a number of business roles to equip the graduate engineer with a holistic view of the business.
- Present solutions and reach agreement with customers to achieve mutually acceptable commercial solutions.
- Attend training courses as instructed to develop industry and technical knowledge together with personal development.
- To work alongside one of our system engineers, take on tasks and projects to deliver objectives within the timeframe allowed.
- To take on a large project throughout their placement, and deliver on all aspects of this deliverable whilst maintaining good communication and records with all stakeholders.
- To be aware of and actively promote and implement Hitachi’s ethos, culture and values.
- To be involved in Hitachi Rail Europe’s staff development and training.
- To adhere to the Hitachi Rail Europe’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
- To comply with and implement Hitachi Rail Europe’s Health and Safety policy.
- To undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as may be required.
Key skills & experience
It is our expectation that successful applicants should be able to demonstrate the majority of the experience and skills listed below:
Essential requirements
- Some relevant professional industry/work experience.
- Highly motivated.
- Demonstrates perseverance, patience and commitment for long term success.
- Highly organised and excellent time management skills.
- Enjoys challenges and problem solving.
- The ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Commitment to working as part of a team.
- An appreciation of health and safety requirements of a working environment.
Desirable requirements
- A second language.
Why Hitachi Rail?
At Hitachi Rail you will find a passionate and collaborative environment. We operate according to our values of Harmony, Sincerity and Pioneering Spirit. As such, we work closely as a team and empower our colleagues to take ownership and become creative in our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in the contribution we make to society and we always act with integrity and fairness towards our customers, suppliers and colleagues.
We offer a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement as well as a generous benefits package. This includes a pension scheme with contributions up to 9%, health insurance, and many more perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.
If you like the sound of the above and feel energised by the idea of joining a great brand at a moment of exciting expansion, please apply now. We look forward to hearing from you!
