Project Engineer

Hitachi Rail; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Project Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA. This role demands an enthusiastic self-motivated individual responsible for managing projects, ensuring timely delivery of engineering solutions, and liaising with customers. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and substantial project management experience, proficient in Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools. Join a global leader in rail transportation and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Retirement Savings Plan.

Paid Vacation and Work/Life Programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as project engineer or systems engineer.
• Experience with software development lifecycles.
• Ability to manage medium-sized projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Update project plans and documents.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of engineering solutions.
• Lead project monitoring and control activities.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

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Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Project Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from managing projects to strategic. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

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 organization 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.

Mission:

The Project Engineer ensures effective coordination of the system design and implementation on budget, on time complying with the agreed requirements for projects with minor tailoring of an existing product solution.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for updating project plans and project documents
• Responsible for working with customers and suppliers on technical solutions
• Responsible for estimating the work package solution
• Responsible for ensuring on time, on budget, delivery of an engineering software solution
• Responsible for leading work packet, Project Monitoring and Control activities including maintaining schedule, CTC, MPR updates, meeting minutes, risk register, and change orders
• Prioritization and monitoring of software problem report status, and execution of tasks within functional areas that include engineering and software development activities
• Facilitates scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customers
• Active participation in optimal overall project technical solution

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• 7+ years of experience as project engineer or systems engineer for large software control system applications
• Prior experience with basic Project Management:
• Resource and task management
• Customer Negotiation
• Extensive understanding and/or prior experience with software development lifecycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecycles
• Experience with Requirement Management
• Strong prior experience with Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software (MS Project), requirements management systems, and software configuration tools
• Prior experience managing Medium sized projects and project teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross-functional teams of varying skills/experience
• Success with multi-tasking across multiple projects at given time
• Builds effective relationships and has exceptional communication skills
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills

Desired Skills/Knowledge:

• Prefer rail or rail transit domain experience
• Prefer experience supporting Bids and Proposals for new work

Education:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or higher related discipline is required

Language:

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 number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at www.hitachirail.com/careers

It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Rail Transportation and Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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