Rolling Stock Electrical Technician

Are you an electrical technician with fault-finding and diagnostic skills? Whether you're looking for your first role in the rail industry or are already working in Rolling Stock and seeking a new opportunity.

We’re hiring Electrical Technicians, working on state-of-the-art locomotives. You’ll play a key role in ensuring reliability, safety, and performance as part of one of the UK's leading rail engineering organisations.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those currently working in the RAF, REME, Avionics, FMCG, Offshore, Brewing, Mining, Navy, Army, and other equipment-focused industries.

If you have transferable electrical diagnostic skills, we’re interested in you.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting advanced fault-finding and identifying repairs

• Supporting condition monitoring and manually monitored systems on modern locomotives

• Collaborating with performance engineers and production teams to resolve technical issues

• Acting as a systems specialist (training and support provided)

• Performing system tests and precise measurements on electrical, electronic, software, and mechanical systems

What we’re looking for:

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship (minimum Level 3, City & Guilds / BTEC) with Electrical, Mechanical, or electronic bias

• Experienced in maintenance engineering

• Electrical and diagnostic skills, including the ability to read schematics and lead fault investigations

• Confidence in solving technical problems and collaborating across teams

Applicants will be required to pass an electrical fault-finding assessment as part of the recruitment process.

The client is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Whether you’re returning to work, transitioning between industries, or looking for long-term development in rail, the client provides a welcoming environment with ongoing training and progression opportunities.

What we offer!!!!

• £56,106 (including shift allowance), rising to £59,612 upon competency completion
• 33 days holiday
• Defined Contribution pension scheme. Auto-enrolment at a 4% matched contribution rate with the option to increase up to 10%
• Enhanced Maternity Policy
• Enhanced Paternity Policy
• Company paid membership in the cashback health plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• A workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all employees

TXM is committed to fair and accessible hiring. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will happily adapt our process to support you. Whether that means extra time, alternative formats, or sharing interview questions in advance.

Please do not hesitate to contact us to let us know what you need.

Please note: As required within the rail industry. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug & Alcohol test.