Junior System Engineer

Hitachi Rail Limited; Pistoia; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail S.p.A. in Italy seeks a junior System Engineer to join the Rolling Stock Engineering Department in Pistoia or Napoli.

You will perform a broad range of system engineering tasks in a fast-paced environment, helping define interfaces, create requirements, and support integration activities. The role emphasizes collaboration with suppliers and customers, compliance with railway standards, and documentation for vehicle approval.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics preferred).
• Basic knowledge of system engineering and requirements management.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Familiarity with office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to work in an international, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS).
• Define and manage system interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from Suppliers.
• Prepare and verify system installation/integration drawings/specifications.
• Conduct design reviews with internal teams and suppliers.
• Prepare Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) and Test Specifications (FTS).
• Attend system stand-alone type tests and review test reports.
• Support onboard integration, performance testing and validation phases.
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with railway regulations, standards and project constraints.
• Prepare documentation for vehicle approval and support homologation.

Skills

System engineering

Requirements management

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Office software

International collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

AutoCAD

Creo

Catia

Job description

Location: Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy

Job ID: R0132712

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 System Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks within our Rolling Stock Engineering Department. The position is based in Pistoia or Napoli - IT.

Accountabilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS)


• Define and manage system interfaces (both internal and external) throughout the entire project lifecycle


• Analyze and assess technical documentation from Suppliers


• Prepare and verify system installation/integration drawings/specifications


• Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned onboard systems, under the supervision of relevant Engineering Managers and Project Engineers


• Prepare Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS), as well as Functional Test Specifications (FTS) (including performance tests) for the assigned onboard systems


• Attend at system stand‑alone type test and review of type test reports


• Support onboard integration, performance testing and validation phases


• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers


• Ensure compliance with input requirements, international railway regulations and standards and project constraints (time, cost, quality)


• Prepare the documentation required for vehicle approval and support the homologation phase

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of system engineering and requirements management disciplines


• Basic knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies


• Basic knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering disciplines


• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced, international and multicultural environment


• Good organisational 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 / mechanical design software (AutoCAD, Creo, Catia, etc.)


• 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, Electronics disciplines preferred).

Languages

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

"Alla posizione si applica il vigente CCNL per l’industria metalmeccanica privata e l’installazione di impianti, con inquadramento nel livello B1, ai sensi della relativa disciplina di classificazione del personale."

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

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.