ATS & SCADA Technical Administrator

Hitachi Rail; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Training opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in Pearl City, HI is seeking an Automatic Train Supervision (ATS) and SCADA Administrator to oversee the ATS, SCADA, and telecommunications systems. The role requires troubleshooting, fault resolution, and coordination with field technicians to ensure system reliability.

The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, analyze logs, and support cyber/telecom infrastructure within a rail transit project.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in communication system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ATS, SCADA, and Telecommunications systems to meet contract requirements.

Skills

ATS administration

SCADA

Windows servers

Networking

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Python scripting

Wireshark

Education

Bachelor of Science in a relevant field

Tools

Maximo

Wireshark

Job description

Overview

About Hitachi Rail: A career at Hitachi Rail helps you build a legacy. We operate worldwide and work at the cutting edge of digital transformation and technology. This role is for an Automatic Train Supervision (ATS) and SCADA Administrator based in Pearl City, HI.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations and ensure the correct functionality of the ATS, SCADA, and Telecommunications systems and equipment to meet contract performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve system and subsystem faults; support field technicians in diagnosis and correction of faults.
• Repair outages related to ATS, SCADA, CCTV cameras, network switches, datacenter servers, the access control system (ACS), and the intrusion detection system (IDS).
• Complete operational, equipment failure, safety, and other required reports.
• Perform routine, preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective maintenance, inspections, adjustments, testing, cleaning, and proper maintenance on assigned equipment per schematics, operation manuals, and manufacturer instructions.
• Coordinate with the Engineering Fault Controller and provide forecasts on repair time for system faults.
• Participate in training ATS, SCADA, and Telecommunication system technicians.
• Analyze log files to troubleshoot problems or provide predictive maintenance.
• Periodically download and archive system, video, and voice log files.
• Perform related duties as required and ensure effective first-line maintenance safety standards.
• Flexibility to work shift rotations, weekends, and holidays typical of major infrastructure projects and operational rail transit systems.

Required Knowledge

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in communication system maintenance.

Preferred Knowledge

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

Required Skills

• Experience and knowledge of software and technical administration techniques.
• Strong communication with field staff and control room personnel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with minimal supervision; perform under pressure.
• Problem-solving ability and practical knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Understanding of software programming logic.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement configuration files for radios or networking devices.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with UHF/VHF and Microwave Radio Systems, Networks and Fiber Optic Cabling Systems.
• Maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo) and preventive/corrective maintenance work orders.
• Working knowledge of Windows servers and Linux/UNIX operating systems.
• Networking knowledge (switching, routing, Firewalls & VPNs) and tools like Wireshark.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, ISDN, SIP, and related test equipment; experience with RF systems and telecommunications interfaces (FXO/FXS, T1/E1, Ethernet, VoIP).
• Ability to read and implement scripts (BASH, Python, Perl) for failure analysis.
• Experience with fiber optics, radio communications hardware, schematics, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field

Languages

English Proficiency

Salary and Benefits

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.

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

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At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences and are committed to an inclusive environment. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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