ATS & SCADA Technical Administrator

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV is seeking a motivated ATS and SCADA Administrator to manage ATS, SCADA and telecom systems from our Pearl City, Hawaii site. The role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordination with engineering teams to ensure reliable infrastructure for major transit projects.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of relevant experience, with preferred 3–5 years in ATS/SCADA, Windows networking, and data center operations.

Qualifications

• Requires 2–3 years of relevant experience in communication system maintenance.
• Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field or equivalent technical experience.
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and functionality of ATS, SCADA and telecommunications systems to meet contract performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system faults to support field technicians.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering Fault Controller and provide forecasts for repair times.
• Train ATS, SCADA and telecom technicians; analyze logs for troubleshooting and predictive maintenance.
• Maintain documentation and reports as required.

Skills

ATS

SCADA

Telecommunications

Troubleshooting

Networking

Windows servers

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field

Tools

Maximo

Wireshark

Protocol analyzers

RF test equipment

Linux/UNIX

Job description

Location: Pearl City, Hawaii, United States Job ID: R0129024 Date Posted: 2026-05-12 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet 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 Automatic Train Supervision (ATS) and SCADA Administrator. As the successful candidate your ideas for continuous improvement and creativity are welcome. The position is based in Pearl City, HI.

Technical Responsibilities

• To oversee the operations and the correct functionality of the ATS, SCADA and Telecommunications systems and equipment to meet the performance requirements in the contract.
• Perform troubleshooting, identification and resolution of System and subsystem to support field technicians in the diagnosis and correction of faults.
• Repair outages with ATS, SCADA, CCTV cameras, Network Switches, Datacenter Servers, the access control system (ACS) and the intrusion detection system (IDS).
• Complete assigned operational, equipment failure, safety and other reports as required.
• Performs routine, preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective maintenance, inspection, adjustments, testing, cleaning, and proper maintenance on assigned equipment in accordance with, schematics, operations manuals, and manufacturers maintenance instructions.
• Coordinates with the Engineering Fault Controller and provides forecasts on the time to repair Systems faults.
• Completes assigned operational, equipment failure, safety and other reports as required.
• Participates in conducting training of ATS, SCADA and Telecommunication system technicians.
• Analyzes log files to troubleshoot any problem or to provide predictive maintenance for the systems.
• Periodically downloads and archive System, video and voice log files.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Ensure the effective implementation of first-line response maintenance safety standards.
• The role requires flexibility and efficiency which requires shift rotation, working on weekends and holidays which is typical of major infrastructure projects, and operational rail transit systems.

Required Knowledge

Requires a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in communication system maintenance.

Preferred Knowledge

Minimum 3-5 years of experience maintaining ATS, SCADA and Telecommunications systems. Minimum 5 years of experience with Windows systems & networking. Experience in Information Technology: Systems & Network Engineering in a Datacenter environment. Expert knowledge in communications systems. CCTV systems and supporting IP cameras.

Required Skills

• Experience and knowledge of software and technical administration techniques.
• Must be skilled in communicating with field staff and control room staff.
• Able to work independently and in team environment with minimal supervision.
• Able to work under pressure during intense periods of activities.
• Ability to demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Understanding of software programming logic.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement configuration files for either radios or networking devices.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in UHF/VHF and Microwave Radio Systems, Networks and Fiber Optic Cabling Systems.
• Proficient in maintenance management systems (such as Maximo) to process preventative and corrective maintenance work orders.
• Working knowledge of Windows servers.
• Windows 2016 Domain Administrator.
• Windows SQL server administration or maintenance.
• Working knowledge of the Linux or UNIX operating system.
• Working knowledge of network switching and routing.
• Working knowledge of Firewalls & VPNs.
• Working knowledge of Wireshark and similar debug tools.
• Knowledge of physical and logical layer protocols (TCP/IP, ISDN, SIP etc.), and the ability to use test equipment, such as protocol analyzers, digital oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
• Perform testing on RF systems as well as network products with telecommunications interfaces such as FXO/FXS, T1/E1, Ethernet, VoIP, xDSL, Optical, etc.
• Ability to work with hand and power tools, as well as working knowledge of PPC Cable Connectors Cable, Connector Compression Tooling, and various RF test equipment to measure VSWR, Return Loss, Noise Floor, etc.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server and working with server applications.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement scripts written in various scripting languages (BASH, python, Perl) to be able to analyze data for failure analysis reports.
• Working Knowledge of fiber optics, computers, digital communications processors, servers, programming, applications, software, and hardware related to radio communications.
• Experience in the use/interpretation of schematics, wiring diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturers' maintenance instructions, Operating Rule Book, etc. and to comprehend the operations and maintenance of communications systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field or equivalent technical experience.

Languages

English Proficiency.

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$120,000. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation.

We also offer a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to [e-mail]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

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.