Electrical Component Engineering Intern (Fall 2026 or Winter 2027)

Hitachi; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid internship

Paid vacation

Mentorship program

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. in Toronto, ON invites applications for an Electrical Component Engineering Intern. This paid internship is full-time with hybrid work, January–August 2027 (8 months).

The role focuses on supporting the component database, creating new part numbers, ensuring REACH and RoHS compliance, and assisting hardware design through exploring alternate components. You will gain hands-on experience in SAP and Windchill, collaborate with industrialization and procurement teams, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Engineering Science, or Engineering Physics degree.
• Completion of the third year of an undergraduate degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and familiarity with a project-based work environment.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic component characteristics (transistors, resistors, capacitors, etc.).
• Awareness of HSE requirements (RoHS, REACH).

Responsibilities

• Support management of the component database and creation of new part numbers.
• Assist in REACH and RoHS compliance and obsolescence analysis.
• Research alternate components and support hardware design testing where required.
• Standardize components and aid documentation in SAP and Windchill.
• Collaborate with procurement, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Independence

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Eng degree

Third year undergraduate completed

Tools

SAP

Windchill

Job description

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R0144279

Date Posted:

2026-09-23

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:

Full 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:

Job Title: Electrical Component Engineering Intern

Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op(Full-time/Hybrid)

Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End):January 2027 to August 2027 (8months). An earlier start date prior to January 2027 is preferred.

Vacancy: 1

Location: 100 Consilium Place, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3

Work hours/week: 40

Pay Details: $23-$30CADhourly

Stations on Your Journey:

Welcome and Onboarding Station

• Intern Orientation
• Online Onboarding Curriculum
• Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance

Hands-OnWork Station

• Real-world projects with top industry talent
• Paid internship + paid vacation
• Hybrid work model
• A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformationand innovationthat helps support sustainable future

Networking Station

• “Ask Me Anything” with the Executive Committee
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• SocialIntern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events
• Business Intern Events: InternShowcase & Graduationceremony
• Company Social Events:Holiday Party,Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc.

About This Opportunity

To provide support in managing the component database, creation of new part numbers, REACH and RoHS component compliance and part obsolescence analysis along with supporting hardware design in researching, identifying alternate component solutions and as required testing alternate solutions.

Key Accountabilities

In this position, you will be able to see the processes utilized when developing products in an engineering environment, which will vastly improve your understanding of key component characteristics and their application in electrical designs. Your technical and database development skills will help us reduce the number of technical issues raised by our contract manufacturers and improve communication flow.

• Alternate/multi-source Electrical, Electronic, Electromechanical (EEE) & mechanical components
• Standardization of components and maintenance of the component database (AMPL) in SAP and Windchill
• Work in conjunction with Industrialization, Localization, Procurement, Suppliers and Subcontractors to identify and resolve EOL (end-of-life) issues and for new/alternate components
• Prepare complete component specifications for all component families
• Streamline information transfer to our contract manufacturers
• Work with Product HSE team to ensure compliance

Key Requirements

• The successful candidate should be working toward an Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Engineering Science, or Engineering Physics degree.
• Completion of the third year of an undergraduate degree
• Strong written and oral communication skills and familiarity with a project-based work environment.
• Knowledge of key electrical/electronic component characteristics (e.g., transistors, resistors, capacitors, Zener diodes, rectifier diodes, digital logic, LEDs, etc.).
• Understanding of mechanical component specifications and drawings.
• Awareness of HSE requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH, fire/smoke/toxicity standards, shock/vibration, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to understand the “big picture” and apply critical thinking to resolve issues.
• Strong attention to detail and curiosity to understand the importance and impact of assigned activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• The ability to work 40 hours per week for the full duration of the internship is required. During the first two weeks, the intern is expected to be onsite five days a week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Co-op student available for an 8-month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship.
• Previous co-op/internship experience is a plus.

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Line Status: Open until filled

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

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