Summer Signalling Engineer Intern: Real Projects & Mentorship

Hitachi, Ltd.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Signalling Engineer for summer 2027 to gain exposure to Wayside Signalling Engineering. The on-site position is based in Pittsburgh, PA, with real-world projects and mentorship opportunities.

Eligible students will join from May 2027 through August 2027, with paid internship benefits and events designed to build a career with a global digital transformation leader in rail technology.

Qualifications

• Strong relevant technical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of wayside interlocking circuits in accordance with established design principles, procedures, and specifications.
• Assist in programming wayside microprocessor devices in accordance with interlocking rules and all related specifications.
• Prepare project and design documentation.
• Assist with test setup and testing of wayside systems. This includes system integration testing with Carborne, office and other systems.
• Follow established design principles, procedures and specifications as detailed for proper programming of microprocessor devices.
• Assist in developing cost estimates for project bids

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Engineering student (4-year university)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Signalling Engineer for summer 2027 to gain exposure to Wayside Signalling Engineering. The on-site position is based in Pittsburgh, PA, with real-world projects and mentorship opportunities.

Eligible students will join from May 2027 through August 2027, with paid internship benefits and events designed to build a career with a global digital transformation leader in rail technology.