Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Wayside Signaling Test & Commissioning Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range test and commissioning related tasks. The position is based in Chicago, IL.

Who We Are

Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Accountabilities:

• Execute and be responsible for testing and commissioning activities on the CTA Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Project from installation to the start of revenue service
• Conduct all testing and commissioning activities in full compliance with company standards, contract requirements, project schedule, approved test procedures, quality, safety, and environmental objectives.
• Create and issue test documentation, results and reports
• Regularly report commissioning progress and status to the commissioning manager
• Manage the configuration of tools, documentation, hardware and software in the field
• Perform troubleshooting, identification and resolution of system and subsystem issues and when required escalate issues to engineering and management
• Able to work independently and in team environment with minimal supervision
• Able to work under pressure during intense periods of testing and commissioning activities
• Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project which may include working shift rotation, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to interact with customer and project team in a professional manner
• Maintain and develop own professional competence and skills

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• 2 to 5+ years of experience
• Bachelor of Science in engineering or a related discipline
• Working knowledge with one or more of the following Rail Transit Signaling System: Automatic Train Control, Communication Base Train Control, Positive Train Control.
• Previous experience in Testing & Commissioning of large infrastructure projects
• Experience and knowledge of implementation engineering processes covering testing and commissioning
• Experience and knowledge of reviewing engineering drawings and schematic diagrams
• Knowledge of Safety Critical and Safety Related activities in the Rail Transit System environment
• Equipment Installation Processes
• Understanding of sound Test & Commissioning Processes
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Desired Skills/ Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of Hitachi STS USA products {MicroLok, Track Circuits, Switch Machines, TWC, Vital relays, Hermes ATS}

• Basic understanding of software configuration managements (CM)
• Basic understanding of software programming logic
• Understand of Operation and Maintenance Processes

Languages:

English Proficiency

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at www.hitachirail.com/careers

It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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