Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The position is based in Pistoia or Napoli — IT. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of tasks within our Rolling Stock Engineering Department.

Accountabilities

• Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for mechanical components
• Analyze and assess technical documentation from suppliers
• Prepare and verify mechanical installation/integration drawings/specifications
• Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned work package under the supervision of Engineering Managers and Project Engineers
• Attend system stand‑alone type test and review type test reports
• Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases
• Review design documentation with customers and suppliers
• Prepare structural drawings (carbody shell, bogie frames, mechanical components)
• Prepare equipment layout and mechanical routing drawings
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM)
• 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
• Good knowledge of engineering processes and railway operations
• Good knowledge of mechanical disciplines (installation, interfaces, component design, etc.)
• Good knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies
• Good knowledge of mechanical CAD systems (Catia or Creo preferred)
• Good knowledge of piping systems, fittings and joint design methodologies
• Good knowledge of noise/vibration modelling and assessment of mechanical components
• Good knowledge of welded structure design rules and standards (EN 15085)
• Good knowledge of PLM systems (Windchill preferred)
• Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced, international and multicultural environment
• Strong planning and organisational skills, alongside team‑working and problem‑solving mindset
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)
• Ability to work within project teams under minimum supervision
• Availability for occasional short‑term national and international business trips

Desired Skills / Knowledge

• Knowledge of railway vehicle running dynamics performance assessment
• 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

Education / Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical disciplines mandatory).

Languages

Knowledge of written and spoken English (at least B2 level).

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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