Associate Electrical Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Electrical Engineer for the Hagerstown, MD location. The role covers a broad range of electrical design tasks within engineering, requiring collaboration across teams and quick adaptation to a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to bid support, system architecture Definition, and verification of technical documents, with opportunities for growth in railway technology and international projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or related Engineering discipline is required.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Electrical Equipment Engineering.
• Knowledge of pantograph, high voltage energy measurement, and low voltage battery systems.
• RAMS concepts knowledge is advantageous.
• Familiarity with railway standards EN50155/EN50153/EN45545/TSIs.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CAD tools; DOORS recommended.

Responsibilities

• Support bid and project development for electrical design of equipment.
• Define conceptual solution and equipment architecture from requirements and vehicle configuration.
• Prepare system requirements specifications and analyze supplier proposals.
• Check technical descriptions and verify drawings for installation on board.
• Prepare functional requirements specification for TCMS integration.

Skills

Electrical Equipment Eng

Pantograph systems

Electrical & Mechanical

RAMS concepts

DOORS RM tool

CAD tools

MS Office

Engineering processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

Catia

Job description

Location: Hagerstown, Maryland, United States Job ID: R0138284 Date Posted: 2026-08-24 Company Name: Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science 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 Associate Electrical Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks in Engineering Department. The position is based in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Accountabilities

• Support and coordination during the bid and project development of the technical design of electrical equipment (intending system like, but not limited to pantograph system, energy measurement system, low voltage battery system)
• Definition of the conceptual solution and architecture of the equipment, based on the requirements and vehicle configuration
• Preparation of systems requirements specification
• Analysis of Suppliers' technical proposals
• Checking the technical description of the system
• Verification of drawings / documents (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) for installation / integration on board
• Preparation of functional requirements specification for integration with TCMS
• Preparation / verification of functional type test specification / performance test specification
• Support during system type tests
• Support during the on-board integration test
• Design review with Clients, Suppliers and notify body.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• 1 to 3 years of experience in Electrical Equipment Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering is required.
• Basic knowledge of electrical equipment like pantograph system, high voltage energy measurement system, low voltage battery system (NiCd or Li-ion type).
• Good knowledge of the disciplines related to equipment to be developed like electric and mechanics as well as knowledge of the principal internal components of the equipment (pneumatic components, electromechanical components, command and control devices, etc).
• Knowledge of the basic concepts of the RAMS disciplines is an advantage.
• knowledge of the common railway standards (EN50155, EN50153, EN45545, TSIs, etc)
• Knowledge of the main office automation software/tools (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of electrical/mechanical design software (Autocad, Creo, Catia, etc.) and the IBM DOORS requirements management tool (highly recommended).
• Knowledge of Engineering Processes and Railway Operations.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, with the attitude to contribute with constructive and practical ideas.
• Readiness to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, multitasking international environment.
• Ability to work autonomously in teams and for projects is required.
• Availability for short-term national and international business trip.

Desired Skills / Knowledge

• Ability to manage and plan the assigned tasks independently and team-working.
• Ability to analyze business requirements, problem-solving attitude and business process analysis.
• Ability to face with the different internal functions (internal customer) and external (suppliers, customers, partners).
• Planning and organization.
• Versatile in learning and strong desire to remain up-to-date with changes in technology and best industry practices.
• Strong business acumen & technical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attitude to work in an international and multi-cultural reality.

Education / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or a related Engineering discipline is required.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• a Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Work/Life Programs such as Flextime
• Training and Development opportunities
• Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

The salary range for this position is $87,100 to $ 142,800 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Company Culture

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. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail 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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