Assistant Electronics Engineer
Network Rail
Support electronics assembly, testing and inspection for railway switch systems.
7 days ago ago
£30,000 - £34,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Weston-Super-Mare, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
quality assurance
functional testing
electronic assembly
pcba inspection
record keeping
- Follow established operating, quality assurance, safety, and environmental protocols, maintaining accurate records and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Functional testing on assembled units, documenting results and identifying any faults or deviations.
- Perform assembly of electronic sub-assemblies and final units, ensuring components are correctly installed and mechanically secured in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Conduct detailed PCBA inspection and test, verifying compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, and functional requirements.
What you bring
electronics assembly
circuit knowledge
fault diagnosis
hnc/hnd
nvq level2
customer focus
- Hands-on electronics assembly and testing experience. Comfortable working with PCBAs, soldering, and using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.
- Knowledge of analogue and digital circuits and able to interpret complex circuit schematics
- Awareness of root cause analysis and fault diagnosis methodologies. Skilled in identifying, analysing, and resolving technical issues in electronic systems.
- Ability to build Test fixtures, including good mechanical & electronics assembly, soldering and wiring skills
- Electrical/Electronic HNC/HND or equivalent qualification/experience
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Performing Engineering Operations or similar vocational qualifications.
- HNC/HND in Electronic Engineering.
- Experience as technician/tester & within an engineering role
- Proven customer focus with flexibility to respond rapidly to customer demands
- Membership of a relevant technical body.
- Good written & verbal communication skills, ability to articulate technical information and good computer literacy
- Knowledge of the railway industry and an understanding of railway infrastructure
- Process documentation and reporting. Able to produce clear, concise test and inspection records.
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of experience (Level 6).
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (e.g., BTEC or City & Guilds).
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Interview process
- interviews scheduled week commencing 17 november.
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Security clearance- offers conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks.
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Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
- Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
- Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
- Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
- Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
- Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
- Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
- Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
- Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
- Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
- Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.
- Safety first, always.
- We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
- We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
- We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
- We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
- We are committed to doing the right thing.
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
- Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
- Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
- Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
- Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
- Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
- Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
- Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
- Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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