Technician-Electrical

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: 

Situated within the New Build & Project team, the role includes supporting with production of new build rail vehicles and the maintenance, repair and overhauling of railway vehicles and associated equipment in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, specifications and instructions.

This role includes specialist knowledge relating to electrical fundamentals.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

Functional & Technical Skills

• Assembly of on-track machinery; ability to read and accurately interpret drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Understand problem-solving techniques, can apply common troubleshooting techniques to determine necessary corrective actions; can identify discrepancies and initiate the red-line process; can correct any deficiencies and validate repairs.
• Understands AC/DC electrical fundamentals.
• Understands advanced hazards associated with all energized systems.
• Understands and can explain advanced electrical assembly prints/drawings.
• Understands high and low-voltage electrical power and controls, control logic (PLC, relay, and switch logic).
• Understands how to identify hazards to both personnel and equipment which are unique to systems start-ups.
• Understands system operational characteristics and can verify proper operation.
• Understand integrated machine systems.
• Demonstrates the ability to properly use and care for required tools.
• Demonstrates an understanding of how to design a routing.
• Demonstrates the ability to integrate panels into enclosures.
• Demonstrates the ability to create a wire pull list.
• Demonstrates the ability to locate system components and set and verify voltages, verify motor rotation and calibrate valve drivers as required by procedure.
• Demonstrates the ability to support machine start-up activities as directed.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and correctly document failure and reason.
• Work following company systems and procedures.
• Work in accordance with applicable targets.
• Carry out assessment of materials provided by any third parties.
• Demonstrate a pro-active approach to Continual Improvements initiatives.

Safety Focus

• Demonstrates the ability to identify and protect themselves and others from hazards associated with energized systems.
• Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment; work to the HSE-approved codes of practice.
• Comply with all safety, quality and environmental systems and responsibilities, including OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001.
• Ensure good housekeeping (cleanliness and tidiness of working environment).

Compliance

• Maintain general knowledge of working systems and variations.
• Participate in competency assessment programs as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  

GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4 (or equivalent).

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in relevant mechanical/technical subject.

Experience:

Minimum 6 months experience in a similar/relevant Traction & Rolling Stock engineering environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  

Recognised Train the Trainer/Assessor Qualification (holds or is willing to work towards).

Experience:

To hold/be assessment as competent in relevant/appropriate Loram UK competence management modules or equivalent.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.