Senior System Engineer (HVAC)

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior System Engineer (HVAC) who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position is based in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Responsibilities

• 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 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
• 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

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience 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

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics disciplines preferred)

Skills

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short & long term disability, life & accident insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation
• Work/life programs such as flextime
• Training and development opportunities

Pay

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.