Associate Wayside & Onboard Service Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Western Australia; Presencial; AUD 60 000 - 90 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Annual performance and salary reviews

Ongoing professional development &培训

Salary continuance

Health and Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Extra days off and company events

Social and team-building events

Resumo da oferta

Hitachi Rail STS Australia Pty Ltd in Perth, Western Australia, is seeking an Associate Wayside & Onboard Engineer for a part-time, on-site role. You will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, system monitoring, and technical support while collaborating with seasoned engineers.

The position offers exposure to railway signalling operations and on-call site work as needed. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronics engineering, with 0–2 years of related experience

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Internship, vacation work, or practical experience in Electrical, Electronics, Rail Systems, Signalling, Telecommunications, or related fields.
• 0 - 2 years of experience in system maintenance, technical support, testing, commissioning, or related engineering activities.
• Understanding of railway signalling, onboard systems, telecommunications, or industrial control systems would be advantageous.
• Willingness to participate in on-call support activities and occasional site-based work.

Responsabilidades

• Reporting to the Team Leader, you will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, system monitoring, and technical support activities.
• Work closely with experienced engineers and technical specialists while gaining exposure to real-world rail signalling operations and maintenance environments.
• Be proactive, eager to learn, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• This role may also involve participation in an on-call roster and occasional site attendance as operational requirements arise.
• Be available to work on an ad-hoc basis with flexible hours and varied tasks.
• Support Help Desk activities for remote and centralised maintenance operations.
• Download and analyse system logs, diagnostics, and dump files remotely.
• Troubleshoot and resolve entry-level network and system faults.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and records associated with laboratory and operational systems.
• Assist the Team Leader with internal and client reporting requirements.
• Perform routine health checks on operational and project-related systems.
• Participate in team meetings, workshops, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Record and communicate technical findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation and troubleshooting procedures.
• Foster professional and collaborative relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

## Associate Wayside & Onboard Service EngineerApply: Hybrid: Perth, Western Australia, Australia: Part time: Posted Today: R0145998**Location:**Perth, Western Australia, Australia**Job ID:**R0145998**Date Posted:**2026-10-08**Company Name:**HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Part time**Remote:**No**About Us**A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.**Job Description:**Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated **Associate Wayside & Onboard Engineer** who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in **Perth, Australia**. **Key accountabilities:** Reporting to the Team Leader, you will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, system monitoring, and technical support activities. You will work closely with experienced engineers and technical specialists while gaining exposure to real-world rail signalling operations and maintenance environments. The successful candidate will be proactive, eager to learn, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team. This role may also involve participation in an on-call roster and occasional site attendance as operational requirements arise.* Be available to work on an ad-hoc basis with flexible hours and varied tasks.* Support Help Desk activities for remote and centralised maintenance operations.* Download and analyse system logs, diagnostics, and dump files remotely.* Troubleshoot and resolve entry-level network and system faults.* Develop and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and records associated with laboratory and operational systems.* Assist the Team Leader with internal and client reporting requirements.* Perform routine health checks on operational and project-related systems.* Participate in team meetings, workshops, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.* Record and communicate technical findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.* Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation and troubleshooting procedures.* Foster professional and collaborative relationships with team members and stakeholders.* Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.**Required skills and knowledge:*** Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related engineering discipline.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Effective written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to work independently and within a team environment.* Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.* Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.* Internship, vacation work, or practical experience in Electrical, Electronics, Rail Systems, Signalling, Telecommunications, or related fields.* 0 - 2 years of experience in system maintenance, technical support, testing, commissioning, or related engineering activities.* Understanding of railway signalling, onboard systems, telecommunications, or industrial control systems would be advantageous.* Willingness to participate in on-call support activities and occasional site-based work.At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive. We’re especially keen to hear from women and people of all genders considering a career in engineering, cybersecurity, and rail technology. **What we offer:** * Annual performance, development, and salary review process.* Ongoing professional development and training.* Salary continuance.* Health and Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year (incl. flu vaccinations).* Employee Assistance Program (employees and family).* Days off per year sponsored by the company in addition to the statutory public holidays and leave entitlements.* Invitation to attend and participate in Company sponsored social events throughout the year.