System Design Engineer - Sr

HITACHI RAIL GTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail transport technology seeks a Senior System Design Engineer to enhance commuter experience in Singapore. The role involves leading CBTC projects, managing deliverables, and engaging with global stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience with CBTC technology, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BSc in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, System Design Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in deploying CBTC technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical delivery on CBTC projects, ensuring engineering standards are met.
• Managing project deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Serving as technical contact for internal teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

BSc in Computer Engineering

BSc in Mechatronics

BSc in System Design Engineering

Tools

Python

Perl

Ruby

Job description

Senior System Design Engineer (Ref.No. R1007962)

Location: Singapore

Hitachi Rail Ground Transportation Systems (HR GTS) is a global leader in rail transport technology, with over 14,000 employees specializing in Signalling, Communications & Supervision, Fare Collection, Digitization, and Cybersecurity. Our innovative solutions help billions of people travel reliably every year, contributing to sustainable mobility.

The Singapore Engineering team focuses on enhancing commuter experience through initiatives like reducing energy consumption, minimizing service disruptions, and enabling faster travel times via our driverless Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) systems. The team also leads the development of cloud-based data analytics solutions for railway operations worldwide.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading technical delivery on CBTC projects, ensuring engineering standards and customer expectations are met
• Managing project deliverables to ensure timely completion
• Serving as the primary technical contact for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Supporting the development and review of system and subsystem design artifacts to meet operational and safety requirements
• Evaluating designs for compliance with technical specifications
• Participating in system performance monitoring and root cause analysis using cloud-based data analysis tools
• Presenting trade-off analyses, designs, and investigations clearly to engineering and management teams
• Engaging in technical discussions with customers, contractors, and internal departments
• Supporting bids and projects across Singapore and the region, including Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Australia
• Utilizing our CBTC simulation facilities for hands-on testing and issue resolution
• Contributing to advanced projects like Next Gen Green CBTC and Data Analytics

Qualifications:

• BSc in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, System Design Engineering, or related field
• Curious and quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills for global stakeholder engagement
• Willing to collaborate across time zones, including occasional evening calls
• Experience in deploying CBTC technology

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Ruby
• Familiarity with relevant technologies used in CBTC systems