Junior Project Engineer at Hitachi Rail

Hitachi Rail Limited; Napoli; In loco; EUR 33.000 - 38.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Hitachi Rail S.p.A. in Naples, Italy, is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to join the Engineering Department on-site in Napoli. The role involves supporting bids and delivery across international teams.

You will coordinate cross-functional activities, prepare technical documentation, and help manage requirements, verification, and validation as the project evolves. A Master's in Engineering is required, with English B2.

Competenze

• Basic knowledge of system engineering and requirements management disciplines.
• Basic knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies.
• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to coordinate multiple functional teams across different engineering disciplines.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, international environment.
• Strong organizational skills, teamwork, problem-solving and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers).
• Availability for occasional short-term national and international business trips.

Mansioni

• Plan, monitor and coordinate engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from bid phase to final delivery.
• Coordinate project teams across engineering disciplines to ensure compliance with requirements, standards, budget, schedule and quality targets.
• Prepare project documentation (bid and execution phase), including technical proposals and engineering plans.
• Maintain Product Data Sheet (PDS) and support cost consolidation for bids.
• Ensure submission of System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for suppliers.
• Maintain Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) and verify requirements compliance.
• Act as the primary technical interface with the customer and manage project documentation.
• Lead design reviews with internal teams and customers.
• Monitor progress, report KPI and risks, escalate when needed.
• Coordinate testing activities to ensure verification and validation.
• Support certification strategy and vehicle approval documentation.

Conoscenze

System engineering

Requirements management

Project coordination

Office software

Multicultural collaboration

Stakeholder liaison

Leadership in project teams

Formazione

Master's Degree in Engineering

Strumenti

IBM DOORS

AutoCAD

Creo

CATIA

Descrizione del lavoro

Apply for Junior Project Engineer at Hitachi Rail in Napoli, CAM, IT. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Location: Naples, Campania, Italy. Job ID: R0132715. Date Posted: 2026-05-29. Company Name: Hitachi Rail S.p.A. Profession (Job Category): Other. 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

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Junior Project Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks in Engineering Department. The position is based in Pistoia or Napoli - IT.

Accountabilities

• Plan, monitor and coordinate engineering activities throughout the entire project lifecycle, from bid phase to final delivery, including product design, verification and validation
• Coordinate project teams across different engineering disciplines to ensure compliance with input requirements, applicable regulation and standards, and assigned budget, schedule, and quality targets
• Prepare project documentation (both during bid and execution phase), including technical proposals, engineering plans, design review reports, etc.
• During bid phase, prepare and maintain the Product Data Sheet (PDS), to allow the Quotation Manager to collect and consolidate the industrial product cost to be provided to the Bid Manager
• Ensure the submission of System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for supplier engagement
• Supported by the Requirements Engineer, ensure requirements management throughout the entire project lifecycle, from bid phase to final delivery, by properly maintaining the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), duly tracing requirements compliance, alongside verification and validation evidences
• Act as the primary technical interface with the customer, ensuring the collection & delivery of project documentation (duly prepared and verified by relevant WPLs)
• Manage and conduct design reviews (both internal and with customers) for the assigned bid/project, under the supervision of relevant line manager
• Monitor and report project progress and performances, as well as technical risks and opportunities, sharing them with the Project Manager and promptly escalating when necessary
• Manage and track project KPI and open items by means of defined templates/dashboards
• Effectively liaise with other departments (Project Management, Procurement, Manufacturing, Industrialization, Quality, Certification & Safety, etc.) to ensure the successful delivery of the assigned bid/project
• Assess the technical impact of customer changes/VOs and support the change process
• Manage non‑conformances in line with internal processes and procedures
• Ensure the submission of all relevant manuals, documentation, & training to the customer
• Supported by the Certification Manager and the Project Validation Manager, define the certification strategy and the validation strategy of the project
• Coordinate testing activities with relevant departments to ensure appropriate verification and validation
• Support the homologation phase by actively coordinating the preparation of the documentation required for vehicle approval
• Ensure that engineering changes, project requirements, and project configuration are properly managed throughout the project lifecycle, in compliance with company processes

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of system engineering and requirements management disciplines
• Basic knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies
• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to coordinate multiple functional teams across different engineering disciplines throughout complex project lifecycles
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced, international and multicultural environment
• Strong organizational skills, alongside team‑working, problem‑solving and results‑driven mindset
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)
• Ability to work within project teams under minimal supervision
• Availability for occasional short‑term national and international business trips

Desired Skills / Knowledge

• Minimum experience (1-2 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments
• Basic knowledge of the main railway regulations and standards
• Basic knowledge of IBM DOORS requirements management tool
• Basic knowledge of engineering processes and railway operations
• Basic knowledge of RAMS discipline
• Basic knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering disciplines
• Basic knowledge of electrical/mechanical design software (AutoCAD, Creo, Catia, etc.)
• Preferred knowledge of main vehicle architectures and functions
• Fast learner with strong willingness to stay up to date with technological developments
• Good business acumen combined with solid technical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education / Qualifications

Master's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or equivalent preferred).

Languages

Knowledge of written and spoken English (at least B2 level).

Compensation

Proponiamo una retribuzione annua lorda compresa tra 33.000 € e 38.000 €.

Equality and Inclusion

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.