Not your average role…

With more than 5,000 employees, ScotRail plays a vital role in serving the people and communities of Scotland. We recognise a modern and diverse workforce, encouraged to use their talents, and develop their skills, is integral to our success in serving and reflecting the communities of Scotland. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and have also set ourselves ambitious sustainability targets including having a carbon-free railway in Scotland by 2035.

ScotRail is looking for skilled engineers to join our team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of Scottish rail travel. Our four Maintenance Depots and In-Service Fleet Engineering (ISFE) team, strategically located across Scotland, are responsible for maintaining a diverse fleet of both diesel & electric trains to ensure they remain fully operational and provide a reliable service for our customers. By joining ScotRail’s Engineering Team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, contribute to a greener future, and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As an Engineer at ScotRail, you'll play a vital role in:

Ensuring Safe and Reliable Operations: Play a key role in maintaining the safety and reliability of our fleet by conducting routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and fault diagnosis.

Undertaking Planned and Preventative Maintenance: Proactively address potential issues through mileage-based servicing, inspections, and targeted preventative measures.

Efficient Fault Finding and Repair: Utilise diagnostic tools and technical expertise to identify and rectify faults on a diverse range of rolling stock (trains), minimising downtime to ensure that we provide our customer with a reliable, safe and defect free train.

Maintaining Accurate Documentation: Update maintenance documentation to comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

What You Bring…

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you have:

• Completed a recognised Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 or above in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related vocational field where the skills, knowledge, and experience are directly transferable to the requirements of this role. (Please note - the vocational qualification associated with the Modern Apprenticeship must be at SVQ/NVQ Level 3.)
• Experience of working in a fast-paced production or operational engineering environment.
• Understanding of interpreting electrical and/or mechanical diagrams.
• Understanding of fundamental electrical and/or mechanical principles.
• Experience of using a variety of electrical and/or mechanical testing equipment.
• Experienced in updating maintenance documentation including technical report writing.
• The ability to read and interpret procedures and utilise logical fault-finding techniques

A full UK driving license and access to your own transport are desirable due to the nature of our shift patterns. Please note this position operates on a 7-day rotating shift basis and could include dayshift, backshift, nightshift and weekend working. Hours of work: 35-hour week. Further details will be provided at interview.

Please note - The vocational and academic qualifications associated with entry to this job role is using the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). If you're uncertain about the SCQF level of a qualification you hold, you can use the Qualifications can Cross Boundaries framework to find its equivalent.

Qualifications can Cross Boundaries: A guide to comparing qualifications in the UK and Ireland (qaa.ac.uk)

Reference Salary: £57,036 per annum on completion of training, training salary £50,907 per annum.

Selection process

Selected candidates will be invited to a competency-based interview. All offers are subject to passing our pre-employment checks which include a criminal record check, medical, qualifications and referencing.

Medical Fitness: Due to the nature of the post and rail industry safety requirements there are certain medical & fitness standards that you would require to meet.

Please note that due to the volume of interest received these vacancies could close prior to the published date.

What we offer you

ScotRail offer an excellent rewards package including

• Contributory Final Salary Pension scheme.
• Free and reduced rate rail travel for you and your family, where applicable.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Enhanced company sick pay and family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption.
• Life Insurance cover for 4 x annual salary.
• Contributory lifestyle benefit options including discounts at hundreds of retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and healthcare cashback plan.

Equal Opportunities ScotRail is seven times accredited as a Top Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. We value, celebrate, and respect the diversity our people and aim to inspire, attract, retain, and develop the best talent. Because diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches our workplace, we are committed to continually improving representation across our workforce.

We particularly welcome applications from women, disabled people, individuals from ethnically diverse communities, LGBT+ people, and young people, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce.