Mechanical Installer

hitachi; Hagerstown, Baltimore (MD, MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Mechanical Installer to support North American Vehicles projects. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling installations, reading drawings, and using precision measurement tools while coordinating with engineering and supervisory staff.

The role emphasizes strong math skills, safety, and a proactive, self-motivated mindset. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation of mechanic equipment.
• Understanding of assembly build practices and procedures.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical torque, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Own and maintain a basic hand tool set.
• Experience in precision measuring equipment (caliper, micrometer).
• Experience with safe work environments and teamwork.
• Ability to read drawings and solve problems.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment on transit vehicles per pre-established schedule.
• Use precision measuring devices and verify work against specifications.
• Record test results, torque values, and part/serial numbers.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders.
• Document work performed and materials used; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Reading drawings

Math proficiency

Torque/Hydraulic/Pneumatic

Basic hand tools

Precision measurement

Education

High School Diploma

Technical trade certification

English proficiency

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Pie tape

Job description

Location: (HRU) Hagerstown – Baltimore, MD

Job ID: R0146834

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Company Name: Hitachi Rail USA, Inc.

Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades

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 Mechanical Installer inBaltimore, MD insupport of our North American Vehiclesprojects, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Following a pre-established schedule for the installation of equipment on transit vehicles including those associated with propulsion, trucks, pneumatic supply and brake control, air conditioning, fiberglass panels, glass, flooring, doors as required to achieve manufacturer specifications.
• Uses precision measuring devices in the course of the work.
• Measures and inspects completed work to confirm adherence to specifications.
• Record all findings accurately in provided Test Reports, for inclusion into Car History Books that follow each completed vehicle such as torque values, part and serial numbers.
• Performs modifications to rail vehicle as directed by engineering and supervisory staff.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, manuals and work orders.
• Documents work performed and parts and materials used; follows specified safety procedures.
• May perform welding and burning.
• Using and maintaining hand and power tools equipment of the trade.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed and materials used.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in installation of mechanic equipment.
• Requires an understanding of assembly build practices and procedures.
• Must have good mathematical skills.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical torque, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Must own and maintain a basic hand tool set.
• Experience in precision measuring equipment i.e., caliper, micrometer, pie tape, etc.
• Must have experience working within and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Experience with working in diverse and busy team environments.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure and against deadlines.
• Attention to quality control and customer service.
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task

Education

• Must have a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Technical trade school degree/certificate desired
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in English.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment

• This position works in a warehouse/production environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts,a RetirementSavings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, 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$21.78 to $32.21 per year.Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

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.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

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