Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi Rail Limited; Pistoia; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Rolling Stock Engineering Department in Italy. The role supports a wide range of mechanical design activities, from requirement specs to assembly drawings, under supervision of Engineering Managers and Project Engineers.

The candidate will collaborate across international teams, travel occasionally, and ensure compliance with railway regulations. A Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of railway experience are required, with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in railway or complex industrial environments.
• Knowledge of railway regulations and standards.
• Experience with IBM DOORS requirements management tool.
• Proficient in mechanical CAD (CATIA or Creo).
• Knowledge of PLM systems (Windchill).

Responsibilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for mechanical components.
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from suppliers.
• Prepare and verify mechanical installation/integration drawings/specifications.
• Conduct design reviews with internal teams and suppliers.
• Attend system stand-alone type tests and review test reports.
• Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases.
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers.
• Prepare structural drawings for carbody shells and bogie frames.
• Prepare BOMs and layout drawings; ensure compliance with standards.
• Contribute to vehicle approval documentation and homologation support.

Skills

Railway sector experience

Planning & organization

Problem solving

English proficiency (B2)

Education

Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

IBM DOORS

CATIA/Creo

Windchill

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy
Job ID: R0132700
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 Mechanical 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) for mechanical components
• Analyze and assessment of technical documentation from Suppliers
• Prepare and verify mechanical installation/integration drawings/specifications
• Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned work package, under the supervision of relevant Engineering Managers and Project Engineers
• Attend at system stand-alone type test and review of type test reports
• Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers
• Prepare structural drawings (carbody shell, bogie frames, mechanical components)
• Prepare equipment layout and mechanical routing drawings
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM)
• 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

• Experience (3-5 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments
• Good knowledge of main railway regulations and standards
• Good knowledge of IBM DOORS requirements management tool
• Good knowledge of engineering processes and railway operations
• Good knowledge of mechanical disciplines (installation, interfaces, component design, etc.)
• Good knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies
• Good knowledge of mechanical CAD systems (Catia or Creo preferred)
• Good knowledge of piping systems, fittings and joint design methodologies
• Good knowledge of noise/vibration modelling and assessment of mechanical components
• Good knowledge of welded structure design rules and standards (EN 15085)
• Good knowledge of PLM systems (Windchill preferred)
• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, international and multicultural environment
• Strong planning and organizational skills, alongside team-working and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)
• Ability to work within project teams under minimum supervision
• Availability for occasional short-term national and international business trips

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of railway vehicles running dynamics performance assessment
• 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 (Mechanical disciplines mandatory).

Languages

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

Proponiamo una retribuzione annua lorda compresa tra 36.000 € e 46.000 €

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.

— Published by Hitachi Rail.