Project Design Authority (PDA) / Systems Architect

Hitachi Rail; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Systems Architect / Project Design Authority in Toronto. The role involves leading project bids, ensuring compliance during development phases, and interacting with customers. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and have substantial experience in software systems development, with particular expertise in Automated Train Control systems.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in software-based system development.
• Minimum 3 years leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with multiple SelTrac projects in design, integration, acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of bids or projects.
• Ensure compliance with policies, strategies, and regulations.
• Approve key engineering reviews and deliverables.

Skills

Customer communication

Technical management

Marketing skills

Presentation skills

Domain knowledge in Automated Train Control systems

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Project Design Authority (PDA) / Systems Architect

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About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations worldwide, our work leads in digital transformation and technology. We value multiculturalism, sustainability, and innovation, creating a dynamic environment for everyone. And that’s where you come in.

Location

Role Overview

We are seeking a Systems Architect / PDA to join our Toronto team. The PDA is responsible for Solution Compliance during Bid, Project, or Product Development phases, defining solutions within budget and schedule constraints, and ensuring full compliance with policies and regulations.

Primary Activities

• Lead technical aspects of bids or projects
• Interface with customers / PLM on architecture, design, performance
• Analyze customer needs and define initial baseline
• Ensure compliance with policies, strategies, and regulations
• Balance trade-offs between requirements, budget, risks, and schedule
• Review engineering environment and risks
• Prepare and sign Design Validation documents
• Approve key engineering reviews and deliverables
• Approve specifications and source selections
• Review and approve integration, verification, and validation results
• Oversee customer acceptance of solutions
• Organize technical meetings and peer reviews
• Coordinate with production, deployment, and service teams
• Report on technical status and risks

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• At least 5 years in software-based system development
• Minimum 3 years leading multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with multiple SelTrac projects in design, integration, acceptance
• Strong customer communication and technical management skills
• Domain knowledge in Automated Train Control systems and modern software practices
• Good marketing and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate product value to diverse audiences
• System Engineering experience covering SW or HW lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer’s Licence (P.Eng.)

Thank you for your interest. If selected, we will contact you. Learn more about us and our latest jobs at Hitachi Rail Careers .

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