Electrical Test Technician - Rolling Stock

Job title: Electrical Test Technician - Rolling Stock
Job Type: Contract
Location: Doncaster
Duration: 12 month contract Potential for extension
Pay rate: Competitive
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Hours: Full Time

The Opportunity
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Test Technician to join a leading rail organisation at their Doncaster depot, working on cutting-edge modern rolling stock fleets.

This role is ideal for a skilled technician with strong electrical fault-finding, testing, and diagnostic expertise, looking to play a key role in ensuring fleet reliability, performance, and safety.

You'll be working in a highly technical environment, supporting maintenance, testing, software updates and fault rectification on some of the most advanced trains in the UK.

Key Responsibilities
As an Electrical Test Technician, you will be responsible for:
Carrying out complex fault finding, testing and repair of onboard electrical systems
Undertaking hardware and software modifications in line with engineering standards
Verifying that rolling stock systems meet operational and design specifications
Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
Diagnosing defects, assessing root causes, and completing safe, efficient repairs
Removing, replacing, and installing components using approved engineering methods
Supporting planned and reactive maintenance activities
Updating and maintaining records within SAP / Maintenance Management Systems
Identifying repeat defects and contributing to long-term reliability improvements
Supporting testing, trials, and in-service fault response
Providing technical guidance and creating work scopes for wider teams
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across depot operations
Maintaining strict compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards

You may also be required to travel and stay away from home for short periods to support wider fleet activities.

What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Competence
Strong experience in rolling stock fault finding and maintenance
Proven ability in electrical testing and diagnostics on modern trains
Experience working with technical drawings and schematics
Competence in: Depot protection; Working at height; Manual handling; Use of powered tools (air / 110v); Electrical crimping
Experience using SAP or similar maintenance management systems

Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline
Mechanical & Electrical apprenticeship or HNC (M&E)

Desirable Skills
AC depot isolation
Experience with moveable plant
Full UK driving licence
Intermediate IT skills (Word, Excel)

Shift Pattern & Working Hours
Working hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Rotating pattern:
4 days on, 5 days off
Followed by 5 days on, 4 days off
Example: Monday-Thursday, then extended break through to Tuesday
32 hours one week / 40 hours the next
Overtime available

Flexibility required: There is potential for night shift working in the future as business needs evolve.
Excellent work-life balance with regular extended rest periods.

Personal Attributes
Strong team player with the ability to work independently
Professional, safety-conscious and detail-oriented
Confident communicator with solid reporting skills
Calm and methodical when handling complex technical issues
Motivated to continuously improve and develop technical skills

Why Apply?
Work on state-of-the-art rolling stock technology
Join a high-performing and modern depot environment
Secure a long-term contract with extension potential
Attractive shift pattern with significant time off between rotations
Opportunity to contribute to critical fleet performance and reliability

Apply Now
Interested in this position? please click 'apply now'

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.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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