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About the Role

The Project System Design Specialist will perform system design, signaling design, analysis, modeling, and simulation to specify communication-based train control systems. They will develop and define system design features to meet customer requirements, analyze and evaluate customer requirements, and verify compliance with product system technical requirements. The role involves developing and defining System and Subsystems requirements, communicating and gaining acceptance of the design with customers and internal stakeholders, and performing design work independently within cost and schedule limits. This position is responsible for leading the team to deliver high-quality and safe guideway design on time, at the lowest cost, and meeting customer requirements, while also adapting system design processes to project deployment needs and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Perform system design, signaling design, analysis, modeling, and simulation.
Develop and define system design features to meet customer requirements.
Analyze and evaluate customer requirements and verify compliance with product system technical requirements.
Develop and define System and Subsystems requirements.
Communicate and gain acceptance of the design with the customer and internal stakeholders.
Perform design work independently within cost and schedule limits.
Lead the team to perform system design activities to deliver a high-quality and safe guideway design.
Adapt system design processes to meet project deployment needs and industry standards.
Organize and assign work to system engineers, managing budget and schedule for system design.
Responsible for the overall system design for the project.
Prepare and support customer requirements compliance assessment, gap analysis, and architecture design.
Convert customer requirements into conceptual designs and prepare associated documentation.
Create new concepts or modify existing concepts to fulfill customer requirements.
Prepare system, subsystem, and interface requirement specifications.
Prepare Operational Concept Document.
Prepare and support bids and proposals.
Present technical design and reports to customers and/or other engineering/management groups.
Identify and update system processes based on specific project/product needs.
Evaluate and define operational design limits.
Ensure strong working relationships between the system design team and Software, Hardware, Safety, and IVVQ groups.
Encourage adherence to development processes within the system team.
Promote a safety culture where product safety is paramount.
Ensure safety is incorporated into the design by identifying and resolving safety-related defects.
Supervise contractors and system specialists by defining tasks, coaching, monitoring progress, and setting priorities.
Propose work package estimates and descriptions.
Lead technical discussions, present solutions, and provide regular status reports.
Mentor other systems engineers by coaching, monitoring progress, and providing technical guidance.
Collaborate with Work Package Managers and other project team members.
Identify and implement process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Systems, Electrical, Computer), Computer Science, or a closely related field.
6-10 years of experience in the development of software-based System applications.
Knowledge of modern software engineering practices, methods, and tools.
Knowledge of systems development life cycle.
Senior-level expertise in URS (Urban Rail Signaling) Systems: Minimum 3-5 years of similar system complexity.
Ability to act as a reference/coach for specialized engineering skills within the CBTC (Communication Based Train Control) domain.
Experience in leading a group of technical resources.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Experience using DOORS, Polarion, Melody Advance, or other system design and requirements management tools.
Strong application domain knowledge of automated train control systems, as well as systems engineering principles and practices.
Rail signaling knowledge.
Work Package Management experience.
Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to confidently sell and defend the product to customers.

Skills

System design
Signaling design
Analysis
Modelling
Simulation
Communication-based train control systems
Customer requirements analysis
System requirements specification
Subsystem requirements specification
Interface requirements specification
Requirements decomposition
Requirements refinement
Operational analysis
Technical trade-off studies
Conceptual design
Architecture design
Gap analysis
Bids and proposals
Cost estimation
Technical writing
Communication
Presentation
DOORS
Polarion
Melody Advance
Automated train control systems
Systems engineering
Rail signaling
Work Package Management

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Work Type

Full time
No remote

Experience Level

6-10 years of experience in the development of software-based System applications
Minimum 3-5 years of similar system complexity in URS (Urban Rail Signaling) Systems
Senior-level expertise

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Systems, Electrical, Computer), Computer Science, or a closely related field.

Salary/Compensations

$117,022 - $150,028

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision plans - 100% of premiums are company-paid
Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period
Company paid holidays
3 weeks of vacation
Holiday closure
Personal emergency leave days
Sick days
Maternity/Parental/Adoption top up pay
Annual Incentive plan
Company provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan

About the Company

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.
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future.
Our people love technology – and they love making a difference.
Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.
From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers.
Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting.
To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

Equal Opportunity

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.