Technical Engineer - OD
Job Title: Technical Engineer OD (Operational Designated)
Salary: Competitive Salary + Car + an excellent benefits package
Location: Remote working –working closely with the Scania Network, Head Office and our Customers.
Benefits:
- Remote working
- Enhanced parental leave
- Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
- Access to a fantastic loan car scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive pension
- 4x basic salary life assurance
As Technical Engineer – OD (Operational Designated), you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the safe operation of high-voltage (VCB) systems across Scania UK, with a key focus on supporting our transition to a fully EV-ready organisation.
Working closely with Health & Safety, Network Development, Transformation and the Scania Learning Academy, you’ll drive the development of safe working practices, technical competence and EV capability across our network.
You’ll also provide technical expertise to the wider Technical Team, supporting technical queries, quality issues and sharing knowledge across the business.
In this role you will:
- Further Develop and maintain Scania UK’s electrical organisation and EV readiness across the network.
- Support the Implementation and maintenance of Safe Systems of Work for high-voltage electrical and BEV activities.
- Act as the key technical point of contact for branches on electrical safety, EV capability and safe working practices.
- Work with Branch Managers, Regional Directors and Training to ensure the right skills, training, equipment and competence are in place.
- Ensure compliance with UK electrical safety legislation, Scania standards and reporting requirements.
- Maintain the BEV readiness documentation and network compliance reporting.
- Plan and support network audits, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where required.
- Ensure branches have the appropriate tools, PPE and safety equipment to support safe electrical working.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the safe servicing and repair of electric vehicles.
- Collaborate with Scania factory teams and franchise partners to share best practice and standards.
- Support the wider Technical Team with technical queries, quality deviations, caseloads and VOR cases.
About you:
- Qualified – Scania Level 4 or able to demonstrate a proven track record in EV repair and diagnostics, or Technical Engineering.
- Influential & strong Negotiator - The ability to positively influence decisions, behaviours and outcomes to achieve business objectives and promote safe and effective ways of working.
- Communication- The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, adapting your approach to suit different stakeholders, colleagues and customers.
- Collaborative and influential style – able to work cross-functionally, influence senior stakeholders, and empower Sales and Retail teams to consistently deliver EV focused solutions
- Results Orientated - A focus on achieving meaningful goals and outcomes, with the ability to see the bigger picture, take accountability and make decisions that move the business forward.
If you’re interested in this role we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 31.08.26
Please note, the closing date for this role is subject to change pending volume of applications.
Next steps:
- If you like the sound of this position, please apply today.
- A member of the Scania Recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application.
- If you are successful at that stage, you will be invited to have a conversation with the hiring manager.
We understand that every candidate is unique, and we strive to accommodate your needs. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please reach out to our Recruitment Team, we’ll be happy to discuss these with you.
Working for Scania is not just about the job. It’s about you too, and this is where the company goes the extra mile and provides an industry leading employment package. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a pension scheme, complementary life insurance, financial incentive schemes and discounts on major retail outlets including groceries.
At Scania we invest considerably in colleague development, and you can expect to receive comprehensive training and career progression not only in the UK but throughout our Global organisation.
We have a strong and supportive culture, where each individual is seen, respected and has the potential to contribute. We trust each other to act and make decisions, and we believe in a more flexible future workplace based on individual needs. For us, diversity and inclusion is a strategic necessity. By having colleagues with the widest possible range of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experiences, we ensure we have the right people and together with an inclusive corporate culture, this drives our business forward. We want our colleagues to feel proud and happy to work for us, no matter where they are from or who they are, and we strive to achieve an inclusive and family-friendly environment for everyone.
Scania is dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers and the successful candidate will reflect our core values; CUSTOMER FIRST, RESPECT, ELIMINATION OF WASTE, RESPONSIBILITY and TEAM SPIRIT in all we do.
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