Automation engineer Work, Jobs in Glenfield, Lec (with Salaries)

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- Weekend availability
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- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
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Debrich Engineering and Digital Systems —Derby
- £42,000 - £43,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Engineering
- English
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Rail Systems Engineer

Hitachi Rail -
Derby

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Jira
Technical troubleshooting
TCP
Schematics
Windows
Technical support
Analysis skills
Equipment installation and commissioning
Continuous improvement
IP networking
Customer support
Linux
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Electrical testing
Fault diagnosis and repair
Communication skills

Full job description

Location:

(HRE/RSU) Derby Kelvin House

Job ID:

R0111609

Date Posted:

2026-01-13

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail UK Limited

Profession (Job Category):

Other

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

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.

Job Description:

Your New Role

At Hitachi Rail, we are shaping the future of intelligent transport systems. We’re looking for a Rail Systems Engineer to join our team, working at the forefront of advanced onboard monitoring and data systems across passenger rail vehicles.

This is a multi-disciplinary engineering role combining electronics, software, networking, and system integration, ideal for someone who enjoys working on complex, real-world systems and seeing technology deployed in operational environments.

You will play a key role in the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation of integrated electronic systems—helping ensure reliability, performance, and safety across our fleet.

Whether your background is in rail, aerospace, automotive, defence, manufacturing, or industrial systems, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise to cutting-edge transport technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

Install, commission, and support integrated electronic and electro-mechanical systems on passenger vehicles
Diagnose and resolve issues across hardware, software, and networked systems
Work with onboard technologies such as sensors, data acquisition systems, and monitoring platforms
Configure and support systems using Windows and Linux-based environments
Interpret schematics, technical drawings, and system documentation
Use diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) to support fault finding and validation
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, support, and customer teams
Provide technical support and guidance to customers, both remotely and on-site
Maintain accurate records using tools such as Jira or similar tracking systems
Contribute to continuous improvement of technical documentation and processes
Participate in an on-call rota to support operational systems when required

Where You’ll Work

This is a field-based role , involving travel to rail depots across the UK (with occasional international opportunities). Travel is typically Monday–Friday, with some flexibility required for occasional evenings or weekends.

About You

We’re looking for a hands-on engineer with a systems mindset, who enjoys solving complex technical problems in real-world environments.

You’ll Bring:

A qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline
Experience working with complex systems combining hardware, software, and networks
Knowledge of system installation, commissioning, or in-service support
Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation
Experience using test and diagnostic equipment

Technical Exposure To Some Of The Following:

Embedded or electronic systems
Networking (TCP/IP) and serial communications (RS232/422/485)
Windows and/or Linux environments
Sensors and instrumentation (e.g., GPS, IMUs, cameras, measurement systems)

We’d Also Value:

Experience in transport, aerospace, automotive, defence, or industrial automation environments
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills and customer focus
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively

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
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.

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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.

We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

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