SCADA Systems Engineer

Hitachi Rail; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary review

Professional development

Health program

Employee assistance

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a SCADA Systems Engineer in Sydney, Australia. The role covers translating product features into SCADA design outputs and supporting integration with related control, monitoring, and operations systems.

You will develop and maintain SCADA configuration, assist in testing, commissioning, and defect resolution, and provide technical support to project teams while aligning with Hitachi's SCADA standards.

Qualifications

• SCADA systems engineering in rail or infrastructure.
• Experience with Hitachi Rail’s in‑house SCADA product.
• Knowledge of SCADA architecture, alarms, data acquisition.
• Ability to collaborate with product teams and testers.
• Experience with system integration, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience producing engineering documentation.
• Qualifications in Systems/Electrical/Control/IT.

Responsibilities

• Translate features and requirements into SCADA design outputs.
• Support interface definition and integration with control systems.
• Develop and maintain SCADA configuration and graphics.
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and defect resolution.
• Provide technical support to project teams.
• Maintain design consistency and configuration control.
• Serve as link between project delivery and Hitachi SCADA team.

Skills

SCADA systems

Rail infrastructure

Hitachi SCADA

System integration

Technical documentation

Engineering degree

Education

Systems Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Control Systems

Information Technology

Tools

SCADA testing tools

Configuration management

Job description

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.

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 SCADA Systems 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 Sydney, Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Translating product features, system engineering, and project requirements into SCADA design and implementation outputs
• Supporting SCADA interface definition and integration with related control, monitoring, communications, and operational systems
• Developing and maintaining SCADA configuration, including alarms, events, graphics, operator workstation functionality, and operational data presentation
• Supporting system integration, factory testing, site testing, commissioning, and defect resolution
• Providing technical support to project engineering, testing, commissioning, and operations teams
• Maintaining SCADA design consistency, configuration control, and alignment with internal product standards
• Acting as a key technical link between the project delivery team and the Hitachi SCADA product team

Key skills, knowledge and experience

• Experience in SCADA systems engineering within complex rail or infrastructure environments
• Practical experience with Hitachi Rail’s in‑house SCADA product, including design, interfaces, integration, testing, and technical support
• Understanding of SCADA architecture, interfaces, alarms, events, data acquisition, and system monitoring functions
• Ability to work with product teams, systems engineers, testers, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues
• Experience supporting system integration, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness activities
• Experience producing and maintaining technical documentation, configuration records, and engineering inputs
• Relevant qualifications in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Information Technology, or similar

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.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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