Senior System Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Sr System Engineer based in Chennai, India. This role involves managing interfaces of the Metro Rail signalling system while ensuring efficient integration with other subsystems. Candidates should have a BE/Tech in Electrical or Electronics and Communication, with knowledge of Metro systems and signalling processes. The company promotes an inclusive environment, providing opportunities for professional growth and innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience managing system interfaces in Metro Rail projects.
• Ability to coordinate with design teams and clients.
• Capable of delivering tasks on time, budget, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficiency and standardization of technical solutions.
• Integrate signalling subsystems to meet contract performance.
• Support testing of signalling interfaces with other systems.

Skills

Knowledge of Metro systems

Signalling systems

Interface management processes

Education

BE/Tech in Electrical or Electronics and Communication

Job description

.**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0072539**Date Posted:**2026-01-13**Company Name:**HITACHI RAIL STS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Other**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**NoA 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 Sr System 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 **Chennai, India**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 organization 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 the Position:**The purpose of this role is to close system interfaces of Signalling system with other systems of Metro Rail. Coordinate with design team, Client and other interface partners for closure of Interfaces as per the process defined in Interface Management Plan.**Key Accountabilities:*** Ensure efficiency and standardization of technical solutions relevant to Signalling onboard vehicles integration across different projects (e.g. Design specifications) and different regions.* Ensure capitalization and sharing of knowledge (e.g. best practice, lesson learned).* Ensure the delivery of the assigned tasks on time, on budget and quality.* Ensure the integration design activities for all Signalling subsystem with Rolling Stock to meet the overall contract system performances and functionalities.* Ensure the onboard Signalling Design assessment in order to achieve full integration with other subsystems and components.* Ensure the interfaces of Signalling system with other systems of Metro to achieve the Project milestones.* Ensure closure of ICDDs of Signalling interfaces with other systems* Ensure, support in testing of signalling interfaces with other systems.**Key Experience Preferred:**Knowledge of Metro systems and signalling systems and its interfaces with other systems of Metro. Knowledge of interface management processes.**Education/Qualifications Preferred:**BE/Tech in Electrical or Electronics and Communication.**.****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.****We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at**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.