At a Glance
- Tasks: Work on real projects in rail engineering, applying your academic knowledge.
- Company: Join Hitachi Rail, a global leader in digital transformation and technology.
- Benefits: Paid 12-month placement with hands-on experience and professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Gain valuable engineering experience while contributing to innovative rail solutions.
- Qualifications: Must be a student in a relevant degree programme with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
About Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into.
Job Description
Hitachi Rail is looking for a Year in Industry student for a 12 month paid, full-time placement, ideally taken between the second and final year of a degree (sandwich course). The successful applicant will work on real projects, applying academic knowledge to gain professional engineering experience in the rail industry.
Key Responsibilities Summary
- The successful applicant will work on real projects, applying academic knowledge to gain professional engineering experience in the rail industry.
- Real Project Work: Supporting ongoing projects, such as engineering design, software development, or data analysis.
- Technical Tasks: Designing, testing, qualifying, or researching, depending on the field.
- Collaboration: Working within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating across departments, and communicating with stakeholders.
- Deliverables: Delivering presentations and reports of activities as required.
Qualities
- Strong communication.
- Able to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proactive mindset with an appetite for learning.
- Willingness to work outside comfort zone.
- Problem solving approach.
Other Duties
To undertake other duties not included above, as business demands require, but which will be consistent with the role outlined.
Employee Relations
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Information
For more information about our company and current opportunities visit https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.
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Hitachi Rail is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, perfect for Year in Industry students eager to gain hands-on experience in the rail sector. With a commitment to employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to work on real projects alongside diverse teams, enhancing your skills while contributing to innovative solutions in digital transformation. Located in a global organisation, you will be part of a culture that values collaboration and sustainability, making your time here both meaningful and rewarding.
Contact Details:
Hitachi Vantara Corporation Recruitment Team
