About 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, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in. Description Job title: Rolling Stock Systems Engineer – Vehicle Operability Location: London or Newton Aycliffe (Hybrid working) Salary up to: £65,000k DOE Your new role Here at Hitachi Rail, we have a unique opportunity for an experienceSystems Engineer – Vehicle Operabilityto join our fantastic Engineering team. Based from either our London HQ or factory in Newton Aycliffe and working across multiple live projects, as aSystem Engineer – Vehicle Operabilityyou will beexpected to interface with the customer and other engineering functions alongside take ownership of different rolling stock systems from the early bid stage, through to final acceptance of Hitachi built UK Rolling Stock. The successful candidate will also act as the interface between the UK, Italian and Japanese engineering teams for their given systems. Some travel in Europe and to Japan is expected. Some core responsibilities will include: Carry out relevant customer facing activities and capture train level requirements through DITLOTT etc.To define and manage the Scope of Works for all areas within your work package.Capture and propagate operational scenarios and driver activities into train level requirements where required using DOORS.Produce design documentation and demonstrate compliance.Manage the train system design through concept design, preliminary design, detailed design and final design stages engaging the supply chain and delivering output aligned with PE KPIs.Be the SME for given system developing functional, performance and vehicle test specifications, as required.Validation of the train design by ensuring that the QA and test and commissioning activities are aligned with the design concept.Provide support to all other functions where required, E.g. Mechanical/Electrical integration, Update Electrical/Mechanical drawings, RAMS activities etc.Initiate and implement design optimisations to improve safety, reliability and encourage the introduction of innovations into the Hitachi Rail product base.Provide support for technical bid submissions.Support planning activities.About you Previous experience in customer facing and systems engineering related work.Knowledge of the UK/EU Railway Operations, Engineering and standards.Experience of managing railway systems engineering requirements.Experience in railway product engineering development and design.Proven experience in systems engineering.Knowledge of train configuration, mechanical drawings, control and electric circuits.Ability to work as part of a multi-cultural, global team.Experience with managing key stakeholders such as customers, suppliers etc.Knowledge and understanding of the European and Railway Group Standards and other railway specific engineering standardsElectrical/Mechanical Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (desirable)What we offer We value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organisation you could be entitled to: Competitive salaryAnnual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis.25 days holidayPension scheme with contributions up to 9%Private medical insurancePersonal Accident insuranceGroup Income protectionGroup Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeWe also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle. #LI-GF1 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 atAt 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. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at
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Rolling Stock Systems Engineer – Vehicle Operability