Siemens Rail Systems is a leading provider of train maintenance to various train operating companies in the UK. Through purpose build train care facilities we ensure that clean, comfortable, safe and reliable trains go into service each and every day.
Siemens Rail Systemsis offering the exciting opportunity for an electrical/electrical control engineering graduate to join the Thameslink project.As a Graduate, you will rotate through various roles concerned with fleet engineering on a two year programme covering the following key areas:
- Safety Management
- Engineering Support
- Maintenance Optimisation
- Major Repair Management
- New Operation and Signaling Technologies (ETCS, ATO, ERTMS)
- Configuration Control
- Continuous Improvement & Quality
- Compliance
- Digital Railways
You will support the existing teams in a fully operational role and you will be involved in both project based assignments and cross-functional working. During this time you will build a compliment of skills that will enable you to take on a professional role at the end of the scheme.
What are my responsibilities?
- Fully participating and engaging with the business Graduate Scheme and completing all components of the structured training plan, including a rotational placement programme, the Siemens plc Graduate Development Programme (GDP), and local work-based skill courses.
- Reporting to your Sponsor Manager and Placement Manager(s) and taking ownership for the completion of all allocated tasks to the best of your ability
- Maintaining a Personal Professional Development Log (PPDL)
- Gaining an understanding of the Siemens plc, Rail Systems business unit, including its goals, vision, services, departments, customers, and supply chain
- Actively seek opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in preparation for a substantive role within the business
- Engaging with the business’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) requirements
What do I need to qualify for this job?
- You must be graduating, or have graduated, with a 2:1 degree in Electrical or Electrical Controls engineering
- You must have an interest in the application of new and emerging technologies
- You must have an interest in developing predictive algorithm skills
- You must have excellent written and verbal communication, organisational and time management skills
- You must have excellent analytical skills
- You must be confident with the ability and self-determination to drive your own development through the scheme
- Work experience in a production environment would be beneficial but not essential