Junior Project Engineer Protege Trainee

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail STS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Junior Project Engineer Protege Trainee in Kuala Lumpur. You will assist the project manager to coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning across railway projects.

The role involves reviewing technical drawings, supporting design reviews, and helping manage testing activities on site. Fresh graduates with internships are welcome to apply and may travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline.
• 0–3 years of railway/transportation/engineering project experience; fresh graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in day-to-day activities and coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Review technical documents, drawings, and specifications and support design reviews.
• Assist in testing, site inspections, and system acceptance testing; record results and address non-conformities.
• Maintain project documentation, meeting minutes, and progress reports with proper document control.
• Support commercial & contract activities including tracking changes and cost monitoring.

Skills

Railway systems knowledge

Reading drawings & specifications

MS Office

Microsoft Project

Reporting tools

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Telecommunications, Railway Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Location: Kuala-Lumpur, Malaysia Job ID: R0144360 Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities 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

As Hitachi Rail STS, we are advancing rail signalling and safety solutions to ensure safe and efficient railway operations worldwide. Our technologies help to bring billions of people reliably to their destinations by rail every year - making sustainable mobility a reality. Junior Project Engineer Protege Trainee (Ref. No. R0144360) at our location in Kuala-Lumpur

Key Responsibilities

• Project Coordination Assist the Project Manager in managing day-to-day project activities. Coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning activities. Monitor project schedules, deliverables, and milestones. Track project progress and highlight potential risks, delays, or issues.
• Engineering Support Review technical documents, drawings, specifications, and engineering submissions. Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with project requirements. Support design reviews and interface management activities. Assist in resolving technical issues related to railway systems.
• Testing & Commissioning Support Support testing and commissioning activities for railway systems. Participate in site inspections, integration tests, and system acceptance tests. Monitor and record test results and non-conformities. Coordinate corrective actions arising from testing activities.
• Documentation & Reporting Maintain project documentation, records, and correspondence. Prepare project progress reports, meeting minutes, and presentations. Monitor document submissions and approvals. Ensure proper document control procedures are followed.
• Commercial & Contract Support Assist in tracking project variations, claims, and change requests. Support project cost monitoring and resource planning. Prepare inputs for project reviews and management reports.

Qualification

Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience 0 to 3 years of experience in railway, transportation, infrastructure, or engineering projects. Fresh graduates with relevant internships or railway project exposure are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge/ Skills

Technical Skills Basic understanding of railway systems such as: Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of railway standards and project lifecycle processes. Experience with testing and commissioning activities. Understanding of project management principles. PMP, CAPM, or railway-related certifications would be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

Soft Skills Good communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Analytical and problem-solving mindset. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment. Willingness to travel and work at project sites when required.

About us

Our motivation is the mobility turnaround. To achieve this, our teams find innovative products and solutions that ensure the operation and reliability of the entire rail network and increase capacities on the rails. Our projects are diverse. To make our teams even stronger, we are looking for your support.

In return, we offer you an attractive overall package with the following benefits:

• Stronger together: Networking through internal networks and working in international teams
• Our drive: Together, we are laying the foundations for the digitization of the rail around the world, to get people safely to their destinations and to their loved ones!
• Attractive conditions: A secure and permanent job with a global company

Notes Equal opportunities and self-determined participation of severely disabled persons and persons of equal status as well as respectful cooperation are firmly anchored principles within Hitachi Rail and its subsidiaries.

We also aim to offer all our equal opportunities to start a career and to receive training and further education in our company. We consciously promote diversity and togetherness in our teams. Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail.

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.

Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. 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.

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