Full-Time

Maintenance Technician

Electrical

Posted on 9/11/2026

Progress Rail

Progress Rail

1,001-5,000 employees

Integrated provider of locomotives, railcars, infrastructure

Compensation Overview

£39.9k/mo

+ Shift allowance

Queensferry, South Queensferry, UK

In Person

Certification

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
Quality Assurance (QA)
Data Analysis

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Requirements
  • Working at height on overhead cranes and working in confined spaces inside large machines may be required.
  • A minimum of a City & Guilds qualification in Electrical Engineering or a similar qualification is required, along with proven practical experience in a medium- to high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Time-served or qualified candidates in an electrical discipline are preferred.
  • An understanding of planned maintenance routines and procedures is required.
  • The ability to analyse, record, and interpret data is required.
  • Candidates must comply with personal protective equipment requirements and current health and safety requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Observe and conform to safe working practices and health and safety requirements.
  • Work on low-voltage electrical systems and fault-find breakdowns.
  • Undertake allocated planned preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Complete required risk assessments, method statements, and permits before starting work.
  • Perform tasks in accordance with quality standards and internal quality assurance work instructions.
  • Maintain and promote a safe and tidy working environment.
  • Attend work, meetings, and courses on time.
  • Carry out electrical maintenance tasks as directed by the business.
  • Self-inspect work before commissioning after installation or repair.
  • Operate internally or externally hired plant and equipment correctly and report defects to a Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Cooperate with Electrical and Mechanical Supervisors to improve standards and reduce costs.
  • Complete maintenance and shift reports accurately and promptly.
  • In the absence of a Supervisor or designated Manager, take responsibility for the maintenance department and planned maintenance tasks in support of operational needs.
  • Take responsibility for the health and safety of yourself, direct reports, colleagues, other affected persons, and the environment.
  • Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the business.
Desired Qualifications
  • Excellent teamwork ability.

Progress Rail supplies a broad range of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry. Its offerings include advanced EMD locomotives and engines, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signaling systems, rail welding and maintenance-of-way equipment, along with locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support, and recycling operations. The company works by providing integrated products and services that cover design, manufacture, maintenance, and parts supply, enabling customers to operate rail networks efficiently. What sets Progress Rail apart is its scale as a Caterpillar company and its position as one of the largest diversified providers in the field, delivering end-to-end solutions with global reach, 24/7 customer support, and deep industry expertise. Its goal is to sustain the movement of goods and people for generations to come by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that support the ongoing needs of the rail industry.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Boaz, Alabama

Founded

1983

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What believers are saying

  • May 2026 Railmonitor partnership adds predictive monitoring to Progress Rail's infrastructure portfolio.
  • CPKC's 65-locomotive order validates fuel-saving Tier 4 and Talos demand in 2026.
  • VLI's 10-year maintenance agreement extends recurring revenue across Brazil's Northern Corridor.

What critics are saying

  • Wabtec settlement in February 2026 confirms years of hostile supplier litigation.
  • Norfolk Southern deliveries start 2027, leaving execution risk across a three-year modernization program.
  • If locomotive interoperability disputes return, Progress Rail's rival platform access weakens sales and services.

What makes Progress Rail unique

  • Caterpillar-backed Progress Rail spans locomotives, trackwork, signaling, aftermarket parts, and recycling.
  • January 2026 CPKC order pairs 65 Tier 4 locomotives with Talos energy management.
  • March 2026 Norfolk Southern deal modernizes 96 locomotives into AC-traction SD70ICC units.

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Benefits

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Gym Membership

Performance Bonus