Senior Rail Systems Engineer - HVAC & Integration

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Senior System Engineer (HVAC) to drive system definition and integration within the Rolling Stock Engineering Department.

You will prepare SyRS, define interfaces, review supplier documentation, and support validation and homologation efforts. The role requires 5+ years in railway or complex industrial environments, strong RAMS knowledge, and hands-on experience with DOORS, AutoCAD, Creo, and Catia.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in railway or complex industrial environments.
• Knowledge of main railway regulations and standards.
• Experience with DOORS and RAMS.
• Experience in design verification/validation methodologies.
• Proficient with AutoCAD/Creo/Catia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS).
• Define and manage system interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from suppliers.
• Prepare and verify system installation/integration drawings/specifications.
• Conduct design reviews for onboard systems with Engineering Managers and Project Engineers.
• Prepare Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) and Functional Test Specifications (FTS).
• Support onboard integration, performance testing and validation phases.
• Assist with vehicle approval and homologation documentation.

Skills

Railway/industrial experience

Requirements management

RAMS knowledge

System engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

AutoCAD

Creo

Catia

Job description

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Senior System Engineer (HVAC) to drive system definition and integration within the Rolling Stock Engineering Department.

You will prepare SyRS, define interfaces, review supplier documentation, and support validation and homologation efforts. The role requires 5+ years in railway or complex industrial environments, strong RAMS knowledge, and hands-on experience with DOORS, AutoCAD, Creo, and Catia.