System Engineer (Door)

Hitachi Rail; Englars Mill (MD); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Work/Life Programs

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a System Engineer (Door) in Hagerstown, MD. The role involves developing system requirements, managing interfaces, and supporting onboard integration for rolling stock projects within the Rolling Stock Engineering Department.

You will work on FRS/FTS, liaise with suppliers, and ensure compliance with railway standards. The position requires 3–5 years in rail or similar industrial environments and proficiency with DOORS, AutoCAD, Creo, and CATIA.

Qualifications

• Experience (3-5 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments.
• Good knowledge of main railway regulations and standards.
• Experience with engineering processes and railway operations.
• Good knowledge of RAMS principles and processes.

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 with internal teams and suppliers.
• Prepare Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) and Functional Test Specifications (FTS).
• Attend system stand-alone type tests and review type test reports.
• Support onboard integration, performance testing and validation phases.
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers and propose changes.

Skills

System engineering

Requirements management

RAMS

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Collaboration

Office software

Electrical design

Mechanical design

Electrical/electronic design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

AutoCAD

Creo

CATIA

Job description

Job Description: Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated

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Job Description:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated System Engineer ( Door) who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks within our Rolling Stock Engineering Department. The position is based in Hagerstown, MD.

Accountabilities

The main accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS)
• Define and manage system interfaces (both internal and external) throughout the entire project lifecycle
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from Suppliers
• Prepare and verify system installation/integration drawings/specifications
• Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned onboard systems, under the supervision of relevant Engineering Managers and Project Engineers
• Prepare Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) as well as Functional Test Specifications (FTS) (including performance tests) for the assigned onboard systems
• Attend at system stand-alone type test and review of type test reports
• Support onboard integration, performance testing and validation phases
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers and propose or make changes.
• Ensure compliance with input requirements, international railway regulations and standards and project constraints (time, cost, quality)
• Prepare the documentation required for vehicle approval and support the homologation phase

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• Experience (3-5 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments
• Good knowledge of main railway regulations and standards
• Good knowledge of IBM DOORS requirements management tool
• Experience with engineering processes and railway operations
• Good knowledge of system engineering and requirements management disciplines
• Good knowledge of RAMS principles and processes
• Experience with design verification and validation methodologies
• Experience with electrical / mechanical design software (AutoCAD, Creo, Catia, etc.)
• Experience with electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, international and multicultural environment
• Good organizational skills, alongside team-working, problem-solving and results-driven mindset
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)
• Ability to work within project teams under minimal supervision
• Availability for occasional short-term national and international business trips

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

• Fast learner with strong willingness to stay up to date with technological developments
• Good business acumen combined with solid technical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of railway vehicle systems and integration principles.

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics disciplines preferred).

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

The salary range for this position is $ 98,000 to $ 163,100 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

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.

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