Electrification Engineering Graduate (Overhead Line Equipment) in Glasgow

Siemens Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Starting salary: £32,000 plus an annual bonus

Location: Glasgow

Duration: 2 Years

Are you an ambitious final year undergraduate looking for a unique graduate programme? Join us at Siemens Mobility and experience a programme that stands out from the rest. This is your opportunity to understand how our work impacts everyday life across the globe, and you could be at the heart of that work. From seeing how a line of code evolves into a solution used worldwide, to exploring the breadth and depth of our diverse transport projects, build your skills with us and transform the everyday with us.

Overhead Line Team

The Overhead Line Team within Siemens provides analysis, design and construction assurance for the Overhead Line Equipment of the railway electrification system. The Overhead Line Equipment is the system of wires that transfers electricity from the railway distribution equipment to the pantograph of the train. You will be working alongside a dynamic team of around 10–15 people which aims to design and influence the future of rail electrification in the UK. Within the Overhead Line Team, you will learn the basics of how the electrification system for railways operates, understanding the different interfaces between rolling stock and infrastructure, alongside interesting technical challenges such as electrifying at lower cost than ever before due to the demands of the decarbonisation programme.

Define the Future of Transportation

Embark on your journey with us whilst taking part in our fantastic graduate development programme. We will create a personalised training plan to help you develop the specific skills and knowledge required for your role. By the end of your programme, you will be equipped with the best knowledge and hands‑on experience to kickstart your professional career here at Siemens Mobility.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate would be expected to have a strong academic background in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.

Principal Accountabilities

• Establish requirements and develop technical solutions for Overhead Line Equipment for Projects.
• Develop an understanding of Siemens Overhead Line Equipment design ranges.
• Construction assurance activities of installed equipment, under mentorship of an experienced engineer.
• Communicate technical results effectively within Siemens and to clients, alongside colleagues in the team.
• Undertake other activities under direction as required to develop broad railway mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge and capability.
• Maintain knowledge of technical and safety standards in all aspects of work in order that successful project implementation and future reliability is achieved.
• Develop own professional knowledge and competence, maintaining an awareness of developments in the industry and identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Provide support and input to Engineers on allocated projects.
• Maintain continuous communication with colleagues and customers to ensure coherent design and customer satisfaction.
• Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to CDM Regulations, Health and Safety legislation, Company procedures and project Safety Plans.
• Support problem solving and site engineering when required.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Achieved or on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a mechanical or electrical engineering related degree.
• Logical thinking, willing to self‑learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and look to develop your ability to drive and lead change.
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.

Benefits and Flexibility

We know that not everyone’s lifestyle is the same, so we operate a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit. Alongside your role, the graduate development programme will teach softer skills such as communication, teamwork, commercial awareness, digitalisation and innovation.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us!

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Administrative

Industries: Automation Machinery Manufacturing