Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Hagerstown, MD - USA
Job Summary
Location:
Hagerstown Maryland United StatesJob ID:
R0138287Date Posted:
Company Name:
Hitachi Rail USA Inc.Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoAbout Us
A 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 theres something for everyone to get stuck into. And thats where you come in.
Job Description:
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks in Engineering Department. The position is based in Hagerstown MD.
Accountabilities
The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Development of functional schemes (vehicle and subassemblies)
- Development of wiring diagrams (vehicle and subassemblies)
- Development of electrical documentation for production (topographic diagrams cable routing component layouts wiring tables harness drawings etc.)
- Design of electrical subassemblies (electrical cubicle in the compartment electrical boxes outside the car etc.)
- Definition of electro/mechanical components and electrical components for wiring
- Preparation of system requirements specification and component technical specification
- Preparation of the electrical requirements specifications of the vehicle
- Support during the on-board integration test for electrical functions
- Design review with Clients and Suppliers
Required Skills/ Knowledge
- 5 years of experience in Electrical Design Engineering.
- Experience (if any) in the railway industry with the role of Systems Electrical Engineer and/or Designer focused on Electrical systems.
- Recommended knowledge of the main regulations relating to electrical systems in the railway business for design and testing.
- Recommended knowledge of the main office automation software/tools (Word Excel Access etc.)
- Recommended knowledge of mechanical design software (Autocad Creo Catia etc.) and the IBM DOORS requirements management tool.
- Recommended knowledge of electrical design software (preferred E3 Zuken).
- Recommended knowledge of Engineering Processes and Railway Operations.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization with the attitude to contribute with constructive and practical ideas.
- Readiness to work effectively in a collaborative fast paced multitasking international environment.
- Ability to work autonomously in teams and for projects is required.
- Availability for short-term national and international business trips.
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Desired Skills/ Knowledge
- Good knowledge of electrical schematics/topics
- Ability to manage and plan the assigned tasks independently and team-working.
- Ability to analyze business requirements problem-solving attitude and business process analysis.
- Ability to face the different internal functions (internal customer) and external (suppliers customers partners).
- Versatile in learning and strong desire to remain up to date with changes in technology and best industry practices.
- Strong business acumen & technical skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attitude to work in an international and multi-cultural reality.
Education/Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering or a related discipline with relevant industry experience.
Benefits:
- Hitachi Railemployees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accident Insurance Flexible Spending Accountsa RetirementSavings 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 $115175 to $172762 per pay is determined by the candidates experience skillset and ability level internal equity and location.
In accordance with the DOTs FRA and FTA programs Hitachis substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees as required for safety-sensitive positions.(empty)
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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 Hitachi Rail there is a place for everyone. We 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.
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