Apply for the System Engineer for Automation Systems role at Hitachi Rail.About UsA 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 organisation 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.Job DescriptionHitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated System Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks. The developments cover the railway applications. The position is based in Piossasco, IT.Accountabilities
Requirement analysisResponsible for ensuring successful on-time, on-budget delivery of an engineering and software solutionResponsible for leading work packet Project Monitoring and Control activities including maintaining schedule, CTC, MPR updates, meeting minutes, risk register, and change ordersPrioritisation and monitoring of software problem report status, and execution of tasks within functional areas that includes engineering and software development activitiesFacilitates scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customerActive participation in optimal overall project technical solutionSupport to HW & SW design e-commissioningSupport for test on site with customer
Required Skills & Experience
Very good English written and spoken;Minimum 5 years' experience as project engineer or lead systems/software engineer for large software control system applicationsExperience with basic Project Management: maintaining and controlling budget, schedule monitoring/development, maintaining risk register, resource and task managementGood understanding and/or prior experience with software development lifecycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecyclePrior experience with Microsoft Office suite, scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera), requirements management systems, and software configuration toolsPrior experience managing small-medium sized projects and project teamsDemonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross-functional teams of varying skills/experienceSuccess with multi-tasking across multiple projects at given timeBuilds effective relationships and has exceptional communication and leadership skillsDetail oriented with excellent organisational skillsExperience in managing projects in international context
Desired Skills & Experience
Some knowledge on Database, SW e-programming languagesPrefer rail or rail transit domain experience, but not requiredFamiliar with Automatic Train Supervision (ATS) products, technology, and project deliverablesPrefer prior experience supporting Bids and Proposals for new workExperience with overall systems architecture designExperience with robust, mission-critical control systemsExperience with providing leadership in either a functional management or project management roleMore than 5 years of experience are a plus
Education RequiredBachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology or equivalent technical background.Location
Piossasco (TO) or Genoa
Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesRail TransportationEqual OpportunityWe welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at