Senior IVVQ Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Hitachi Rail GTS UK Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior IVVQ Engineer to own system integration and testing across rail solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement scalable, reliable IVVQ processes.

The role is hybrid with on-site presence required at Bradford on Avon area, plus occasional travel; you will lead IVVQ activities, develop test strategies, and drive continuous delivery improvement and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in IVVQ with systems development.
• Proficient in SQL data querying and analysis.
• Experience with networking (Cisco/Netgear) and Linux systems.
• Python scripting for automation and system tasks.
• Familiarity with IBM DOORS for requirements management.
• Agile methodologies and JIRA exposure.
• DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering disciplines to ensure delivery.
• Identify and close defects, debt, and bottlenecks.
• Apply project IVVQ management plans and tooling.
• Provide status updates and forecast remaining work.
• Lead IVVQ team operationally when appointed.
• Interface with clients for test specs and acceptance testing.
• Write and review test plans and specifications.
• Execute tests and record results.
• Maintain quality targets and standards.
• Define and implement IVVQ tools.

Skills

IVVQ principles

SQL querying

Python scripting

Linux systems

Agile methodologies

JIRA

CI/CD

Leadership

Test automation

Systems integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

Cisco switches

Netgear switches

CentOS/RHEL/Ubuntu

Bash scripting

Job description

Location: London, London, United Kingdom Job ID: R1012250 Date Posted: 2026-07-07 Company Name: Hitachi Rail GTS UK Limited Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science 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

Our Opportunity Our Project Engineering function are currently looking for a Senior Integration, Verification, Validation & Qualification (IVVQ) Engineer. As a Senior IVVQ Engineer, you are responsible for all aspects of system integration and system testing for solutions that meet the needs of our clients and users within the rail domain. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, develop integration and testing tools and approaches to implement solutions and ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of our products and solutions. This is a hybrid role working a minimum of three days per week from our site in Bradford on Avon and may involve some travel to our other sites. Flexibility to work on-site during commissioning phases is required.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not be limited to:

• Work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of the project.
• Lead the identification and closure of site defects, technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other engineering issues.
• Understand and lead the project delivery processes, methodologies, and use the defined tools as set out in the GTS Management System and the project specific IVVQ Management Plans and Engineering Management Plans.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and trends in IVVQ development Support Work Package Managers with timely provision of status, accurate measurement of progress and forecasting of remaining work and by Identifying change, variation, risk and opportunity to the work package manager wherever the scope of works is impacted.
• Where appointed act as WPM and lead the IVVQ team operationally.
• Interface with the client to gain approval of test specifications and to host acceptance testing activities.
• Write and/or approve test plans, test strategy documents and test specifications.
• Execute test specifications (according to test plan and project schedule), record and/or approve results of test execution.
• Raise/investigate/verify defects.
• Maintain agreed quality target/standards.
• Identify and implement verification methods (IADT).

Technical Skills and Experience

Extensive experience in systems development, with a deep understanding of IVVQ principles and methodologies. Strong proficiency in SQL database querying and data analysis Experience with networking technologies, including Cisco and Netgear switches; Windows and Linux network configuration, troubleshooting, and design review Software testing experience, including test automation Python scripting for automation and system tasks Understanding of systems architecture and integration principles Hands-on experience with Linux system configuration (CentOS, RHEL 6, Ubuntu) and bash scripting Familiarity with IBM DOORS for requirements management Practical knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA Awareness of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines Proven experience in testing and integrating complex systems applications Solid understanding of systems architecture and design patterns. Varied experience working in an engineering environment and understanding of engineering delivery methodologies. Be able to define and manage configuration control Proven ability to define, develop and implement IVVQ tools. Experience of SW tools and deployments Additional qualifications Drivers Licence - Preferred IRSE Electronics Systems Licence - Nice to have Human Skills Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, motivation and inter-personal skills Ability to build and sustain strong working relationships at all levels Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, mentor and coach a diverse team Demonstrable experience in achieving buy-in from strong technical stakeholders Excellent problem-solving ability, trade-off skills and attention to detail.

What to expect

We aim to complete a two-stage interview process, with at least one of these held in person at our Bradford on Avon office. The interviews will focus on technical and behavioural competencies. Reasonable adjustments are available with prior notice so please let the Talent Acquisition (TA) partner know if this would be necessary. To find out what reasonable adjustments are, and what might be available, your TA partner will be happy to discuss this with you.

What We Can Offer

We're committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you'll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.

Flexibility

Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

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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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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