Job title: Rolling Stock Test Technician
Job Type: Contract
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 12 month contract | Potential for extension
Pay rate: Competitive
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Hours: Full Time
The Role
You’ll be responsible for ensuring rolling stock systems perform to specification, carrying out Electrical fault diagnosis, repair, modifications and testing in line with engineering procedures. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical capability across Electrical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, fault find and repair onboard systems
- Undertake planned & reactive maintenance activities
- Install and replace components using approved processes
- Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Complete software updates and system modifications
- Record all work accurately within SAP
- Identify repeat faults and support reliability improvements
- Maintain high safety, quality and environmental standards
What We’re Looking For
- NVQ Level 3 (Electrical Engineering) or HNC or Apprenticeship (Electrical Engineering)
- Experience in rolling stock fault finding and maintenance is preferred
- Strong understanding of depot safety and procedures
- Competence in tools, crimping, and maintenance processes
- Team player with excellent communication skills
Why Apply
- Excellent shift pattern and offering extended time off
- Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge rolling stock
- Long‑term contract potential with a leading rail programme
- Supportive team with ongoing skill development
We also welcome applicants from Aerospace, Heavy Transport, Automotive, Electric Vehicles, or Ex‑Forces engineering backgrounds looking to transition into rail.
Apply Now
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We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot provide VISA sponsorship.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
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