Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Job Overview

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Electrical Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The role focuses on a wide range of tasks within our Rolling Stock Engineering Department and is based in Pistoia or Napoli, Italy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for electrical components.
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from suppliers.
• Prepare and verify electrical system installation / integration drawings and specifications (material selection, electromagnetic / thermal analysis, etc.).
• Perform simulations to optimize electrical systems performance and energy efficiency.
• Conduct design reviews (internal and with suppliers) under supervision of Engineering Managers and Project Engineers.
• Attend system stand‑alone type tests and review test reports.
• Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases.
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers.
• Prepare electrical schematics in collaboration with mechanical design teams to ensure seamless electromechanical integration.
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM) for electrical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with input requirements, international railway regulations, standards, and project constraints (time, cost, quality).
• Prepare documentation required for vehicle approval and support homologation phase.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• 3–5 years of experience in the railway sector or complex industrial environments.
• Good knowledge of main railway regulations and standards.
• Familiarity with IBM DOORS requirements‑management tool.
• Strong understanding of engineering processes and railway operations.
• Knowledge of traction systems and power converters.
• Knowledge of RAMS principles and processes.
• Electrotechnics and electronics disciplines proficiency.
• Design verification and validation methodologies.
• Electrical CAD tools (E3 preferred).
• Electrical components (relays, circuit breakers, cables, connectors, etc.).
• Electrical schematic design.
• Electrical machine design principles.
• Electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g., Ansys Maxwell, Motor-CAD).
• Thermal and electromagnetic analysis.
• Office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Collaboration in a fast‑paced, international and multicultural environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, teamwork and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work within project teams under minimum 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.
• Business acumen combined with solid technical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Education & Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical and Electronics disciplines preferred).

Languages

• Written and spoken English – at least B2 level.

EEO Statement

At Hitachi Rail, we welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment.