Junior Test & Validation Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Napoli; Hybrid; EUR 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a self-motivated Junior Test & Validation Engineer based in Naples, Italy. The role blends office work with on-board testing across metro, tram, and train programs, operating in an international environment.

The successful candidate will define test procedures, conduct validations, and collaborate with design, RAMS, and safety teams to ensure timely delivery of validated vehicles meeting customer requirements. English fluency is required, and night shifts may be involved.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Automation/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Fluent in English.
• Willingness to travel worldwide and work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Define Routine and Type Test Procedures, Test Plans and Test programs.
• Manage validation activities on vehicles per Engineering, Homologation and company processes.
• Interface with Design Engineering, manufacturing, RAMS and Safety teams.
• Deliver validation reports and ensure vehicles meet Customer requirements per schedule.

Skills

International environment

Windows OS

MS Office

Cycle V models

Travel worldwide

Night shifts

Communication skills

Education

Electrical/Automation/Electronic/Mechanical Eng

Job description

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 STS is looking for a self-motivated Junior Test & Validation Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from technical to management. The position is based in Naples Italy. The job is combination of office work and tests execution on board (Metro, Tram and Train).

Accountabilities

• Guarantee the definition of Routine and Type Test Procedures, Test Plan and Test program and the implementation and the management of validation activities on the vehicles according to: Engineering, Homologation, and to Company processes, guidelines and international standards.
• Ensure Interface with Design Engineering project team, manufacturing, RAMS and Safety team.
• Ensure the delivery of the Validation report.
• Ensure delivery of vehicles in compliance with Customer requirements, in accordance with project schedule.

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Eager to work in an international environment.
• Skills in Microsoft Windows operating system and Pack Office.
• Knowledge of Cycle V models.
• Availability to travel worldwide and work in night shifts.
• Effective collaboration in networks across businesses and functions, strong communication & interpersonal skills.

Education

Degree in Electrical / Automation / Electronic / Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Technical Background.

Languages

Fluent in English.

“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.”

Retribuzione annua lorda compresa tra € 33.000 e € 38.000 annui lordi

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Company Culture & Inclusion

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.