MMIS Specialist

hitachi; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation

Training & development

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV is seeking a proactive MMIS Specialist to ensure robust MMIS functionality across the full project lifecycle. You will coordinate with design, build and O&M teams, manage access control, and deliver training to new users.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or CS, 2–5+ years in MMIS, and experience with IBM Maximo. Based in Pearl City, HI, it offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of MMIS concept and IBM Maximo.
• 2 to 5+ years of field experience
• Working knowledge of Rail Transit Signaling Systems (ATC, BCT, PTC)
• Ability to write technical reports and routine business correspondence
• Team player with strong analytical mind and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Maintain MMIS database up to date.
• Act as MMIS System Administrator and manage access rights.
• Coordinate cross-functional issues and support multiple teams
• Provide training to new MMIS users
• Minimize MMIS downtime and ensure data backup
• Produce MMIS reports and propose improvements
• Implement approved MMIS changes

Skills

MMIS knowledge

System administration

Technical support

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

Maximo (IBM)

SQL/DB queries

Job description

Location: Pearl City, Hawaii, United States

Job ID: R0084563

Date Posted: 2025-03-19

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV

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 MMIS Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be the person responsible to assure the most effective MMIS functionality and implementation acrsoo the overall Project Lifecycle, jointly working together with all Project Departments, coordinating and preparing the necessary documentation at both System and SubSystem level, arranging the training, ensuring the proper interface management between the Design and Build team and the O&M team, as well as assure return of experience to the Product Engineering. The position is based in Pearl City, HI, USA.

Roles/Responsibilities

Accountabilities

• Ensure the MMIS System data base is kept up to date
• Act as the MMIS System Administrator and control access and authority rights in accordance with the MMIS Access Permission log
• Manage application issues that are cross functional and coordinate between all relevant teams
• Investigate issues related to the MMIS by Engineering and Maintenance staff
• Provide technical support and training to new users of the MMIS
• Ensure that the MMIS systems down time is minimized and that data is backed-up regularly
• Produce MMIS reports noting any potential areas of improvements
• Evaluate enhancement and changes to MMIS and recommend improvements to the Engineering and Asset Manager
• Implement approved changes to the MMIS
• Perform and carry out duties as instructed/ directed by the Engineering & Asset Engineer
• Ensure a culture of customer service excellence and continuous improvement is delivered across the organization.
• Submit any scheduled reports or documentation required to supervisors or line managers as directed.
• Ensure that whatever management systems and tools are mandated for your department are used responsibly and accurately, ensuring reporting timelines are met for data input.Be aware and adhere to all departmental operational procedures and instructions.
• Be aware and adhere to all Human Resources procedures and instructions.
• Be aware and adhere to the Quality Policy and all related procedures and instructions relating to your department.
• Participates in training as require
• Ensure that quality is embedded into the delivery of all work in line with established policies, systems, plans, procedures and work instructions by following the training you have been provided with
• Evaluate new enhancements to the MMIS on a cost / benefit basis
• Bachelor Degree in Business, Computer Science or Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Detailed knowledge of an MMIS system preferably MAXIMO
• Ability to enter new assets into the MMIS system database
• Ability to write technical reports, routine business correspondence
• Ability to work on his/her own initiative and demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies
• Training skills
• Possess good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment;
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience as a computer or information technology technician covering Maintenance Management Including Systems including functional design of the MMIS, configuration of software, system administration rights.

Required Education/Skills

Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline

Knowledge of the MMIS concept and functions, with particular regard to the IBM Maximo solutions

2 to 5+ years of field experience

Working knowledge with one or more of the following Rail Transit Signaling System: Automatic Train Control, Communication Base Train Control, Positive Train Control

Ability to use common and specialized tools and test equipment.

A team player with a strong analytical mind and ability to work independently and in team environment with minimal supervision.

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

Experience in Maintenance Management Information Systems (MMIS)

Basic working knowledge of Rail Transit Subsystem such as Automatic Train Supervision, Vehicle, Telecommunication, Platform Screen Gates, Traction Electrification, SCADA, CCTV, Radios, GPS, etc.

Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting faults on ATC equipment

Basic understanding of software configuration managements (CM)

Basic understanding of software programming logic

Basic working knowledge of the Linux or UNIX operating system

Understand of Operation and Maintenance Processes

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

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.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline

Languages

English Proficiency

The salary range for this position is $89,760 - 134,640. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Note: 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.

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 Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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