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About the Role

Our Project Engineering function is looking for a Senior Integration, Verification, Validation & Qualification (IVVQ) Engineer. As a Senior IVVQ Engineer, you are responsible for all aspects of system integration and system testing for solutions that meet the needs of our clients and users within the rail domain. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, develop integration and testing tools and approaches to implement solutions and ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of our products and solutions.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders for successful project delivery.
Lead the identification and closure of site defects, technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other engineering issues.
Understand and lead project delivery processes, methodologies, and use defined tools as set out in the GTS Management System and project-specific IVVQ Management Plans and Engineering Management Plans.
Keep up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and trends in IVVQ development.
Support Work Package Managers with timely status provision, accurate progress measurement, and forecasting of remaining work by identifying change, variation, risk, and opportunity.
Act as WPM and lead the IVVQ team operationally when appointed.
Interface with the client to gain approval of test specifications and host acceptance testing activities.
Write and/or approve test plans, test strategy documents, and test specifications.
Execute test specifications, record, and/or approve results of test execution.
Raise, investigate, and verify defects.
Maintain agreed quality targets/standards.
Identify and implement verification methods (IADT).
Define and manage configuration control.

Requirements

Extensive experience in systems development with a deep understanding of IVVQ principles and methodologies.
Strong proficiency in SQL database querying and data analysis.
Experience with networking technologies, including Cisco and Netgear switches.
Windows and Linux network configuration, troubleshooting, and design review experience.
Software testing experience, including test automation.
Python scripting for automation and system tasks.
Understanding of systems architecture and integration principles.
Hands-on experience with Linux system configuration (CentOS, RHEL 6, Ubuntu) and bash scripting.
Familiarity with IBM DOORS for requirements management.
Practical knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA.
Awareness of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines.
Proven experience in testing and integrating complex systems applications.
Solid understanding of systems architecture and design patterns.
Varied experience working in an engineering environment and understanding of engineering delivery methodologies.
Proven ability to define, develop, and implement IVVQ tools.
Experience of SW tools and deployments.
Drivers Licence – Preferred.
IRSE Electronics Systems Licence – Nice to have.
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, motivation, and inter-personal skills.
Ability to build and sustain strong working relationships at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, mentor, and coach a diverse team.
Demonstrable experience in achieving buy-in from strong technical stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving ability, trade-off skills, and attention to detail.

Skills

SQL
Data Analysis
Networking Technologies
Cisco
Netgear
Windows Network Configuration
Linux Network Configuration
Network Troubleshooting
Network Design Review
Software Testing
Test Automation
Python Scripting
Systems Architecture
Integration Principles
Linux System Configuration
CentOS
RHEL 6
Ubuntu
Bash Scripting
IBM DOORS
Requirements Management
Agile Methodologies
JIRA
DevOps
CI/CD Pipelines
Systems Integration
Systems Design Patterns
Configuration Control
IVVQ Tools

Location

London, London, United Kingdom

Work Type

Full time
Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Benefits

Market leading training, development and experiences.
Mentorship and coaching opportunities.
Opportunities for internal promotion.
Flexibility including part-time hours, job sharing, home working, and flexible start/finish times.

About the Company

Hitachi Rail is a global organisation working at the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology.
We are committed to sustainable and innovative ways of working to bring people together.
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities and drive innovation for a better future.
We look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas, and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
Our people love technology and making a difference, finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues on exciting projects.
We engineer new sustainability solutions, create infrastructure for smart cities, and contribute to the Hitachi vision globally.
We offer dynamic, collaborative, and creative environments where ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting.
We strive to support employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

Equal Opportunity

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.