Project Design Authority (PDA) / Systems Architect

Hitachi Rail; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Systems Architect to drive digital transformation in the rail industry. This role involves leading technical aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions. You will play a key role in balancing requirements with budget and schedule constraints while interfacing with customers to define project needs. Join a diverse and inclusive environment where your expertise will contribute to the future of automated train control systems. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software-based system development with leadership experience.
• Strong skills in customer communication and technical management.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of bids or projects and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with production, deployment, and service teams.

Skills

Software Development

Customer Communication

Technical Management

Automated Train Control Systems

System Engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Engineering

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

Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

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

1. Lead technical aspects of bids or projects
2. Interface with customers/PLM on architecture, design, performance
3. Analyze customer needs and define initial baseline
4. Ensure compliance with policies, strategies, and regulations
5. Balance trade-offs between requirements, budget, risks, and schedule
6. Review engineering environment and risks
7. Prepare and sign Design Validation documents
8. Approve key engineering reviews and deliverables
9. Approve specifications and source selections
10. Review and approve integration, verification, and validation results
11. Oversee customer acceptance of solutions
12. Organize technical meetings and peer reviews
13. Coordinate with production, deployment, and service teams
14. 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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