Electrical & Mechanical Engineer

Not your average role…

With more than 5,000 employees, ScotRail plays a vital role in serving the people and communities of Scotland.  We recognise a modern and diverse workforce, encouraged to use their talents, and develop their skills, is integral to our success in serving and reflecting the communities of Scotland.  We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and have also set ourselves ambitious sustainability targets including having a carbon-free railway in Scotland by 2035. 

ScotRail is looking for skilled engineers to join our team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of Scottish rail travel. Our four Maintenance Depots and In-Service Fleet Engineering (ISFE) team, strategically located across Scotland, are responsible for maintaining a diverse fleet of both diesel & electric trains to ensure they remain fully operational and provide a reliable service for our customers. By joining ScotRail’s Engineering Team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, contribute to a greener future, and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As key part of the engineering maintenance team, you will be responsible to the Maintenance Team Leader at the Depot, for the maintenance, fault finding and repair of ScotRail vehicles to the prescribed standards. This post involves working directly on Traction & Rolling Stock vehicles safety critical systems. This will require working consistently to prescribed mechanical and electrical engineering standards with the ability to meet deadlines.

What You Bring…

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you have:

• Completed a recognised Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 or above in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related vocational field where the skills, knowledge, and experience are directly transferable to the requirements of this role. (Please note – the vocational qualification associated with the Modern Apprenticeship must be at SVQ/NVQ Level 3.)
• Experience of working in a fast-paced production or operational engineering environment.
• Understanding of interpreting electrical and/or mechanical diagrams.
• Understanding of fundamental electrical and/or mechanical principles.
• Experience of using a variety of electrical and/or mechanical testing equipment.
• Experienced in updating maintenance documentation including technical report writing.
• The ability to read and interpret procedures and utilise logical fault-finding techniques

A full UK driving license and access to your own transport are desirable due to the nature of our shift patterns.

Hours of work: 35-hour week. The post involves working Monday – Friday dayshift.

Reference Salary: £45,799 per annum on completion of training, training salary £40,898 per annum.

Please note – The vocational and academic qualifications associated with entry to this job role is using the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). If you’re uncertain about the SCQF level of a qualification you hold, you can use the Qualifications can Cross Boundaries framework to find its equivalent.

Qualifications can Cross Boundaries: A guide to comparing qualifications in the UK and Ireland (qaa.ac.uk)

Selection process

Selected candidates will be invited to a competency-based interview.  All offers are subject to passing our pre-employment checks which include a criminal record check, medical, qualifications and referencing.

Medical Fitness:  Due to the nature of the post and rail industry safety requirements there are certain medical & fitness standards that you would require to meet.

What we offer you

ScotRail offer an excellent rewards package including

• Contributory Final Salary Pension scheme.
• Free and reduced rate rail travel for you and your family, where applicable.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Enhanced company sick pay and family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption.
• Life Insurance cover for 4 x annual salary.
• Contributory lifestyle benefit options including discounts at hundreds of retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and healthcare cashback plan.

Please note that due to the volume of interest received these vacancies could close prior to the published date.

Equal Opportunities

ScotRail is seven times accredited as a Top Employer and a Disability Confident Employer.  We value, celebrate, and respect the diversity our people and aim to inspire, attract, retain, and develop the best talent. Because diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches our workplace, we are committed to continually improving representation across our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from women, disabled people, individuals from ethnically diverse communities, LGBT+ people, and young people, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce.