Commissioning Engineer - (Rolling Stock)

Shorterm Group
Derby
7 months ago
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High level Commissioning Engineer wanted to work at a large Rolling Stock site in Derby. The successful candidate must have had electrical testing experience working on trains or aircrafts. Shift uplift rates are offered in this role.Job title: Commissioning EngineerJob location: Derby, East MidlandsHourly pay rate: Mornings £23.93 Paye / £30.54 UmbrellaAfternoons £25.71 Paye/ £32.86 UmbrellaShift Pattern: Mon-Fri- Mornings - 06:00-14:00Afternoons - 14:00-22:00Hours per week: 37.5 Hours per weekDuration: On-going contractStart date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock,Disciplines considered: Test Engineer, Project Engineer, Avionic Senior Technician,Company Summary:A world renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and employs over 70,000 employees in 60 countries worldwide.Position Summary:We are looking for an Electrical Technician for a Test role to work on Rolling Stock (Trains) facility based in Derby. The role is geared around the testing of electrical wiring, systems and equipment on newly produced Rolling Stock Units. One of the other main responsibilities is to provide high level technical support and advice to the white collar test team / manufacturi...

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