Installation Engineer at Hitachi | CA, US | Rezi

Installation Engineer at Hitachi

Installation Engineer

Hitachi · CA, US

2 weeks ago

Installation Engineer

Hitachi · CA, US

17 days ago
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About the Role

Hitachi Rail is seeking Installation Engineers to support the Train Control Upgrade Project (TCUP) in San Francisco, California. The role involves the design, coordination, and implementation of cable routing and installation solutions for railway systems, requiring collaboration with various teams to ensure designs are safe, constructible, and compliant.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and coordinate cable routing and cableway designs based on system wiring diagrams and installation requirements.
  • Guide and supervise subcontractors and design partners in the preparation of installation and routing designs.
  • Reuse existing cable pathways by optimizing the design while ensuring compliance with capacity and filling ratio requirements.
  • Assess constructability and optimize installation solutions for field implementation.
  • Coordinate with civil engineering partners and internal technical teams to resolve design and interface issues.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project specifications, applicable standards, and local electrical regulations.
  • Apply project quality procedures throughout all design phases and support documentation control processes.
  • Collaborate with civil, signaling, telecommunications, and systems engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions, ready for construction.
  • Identify technical risks, constraints, and critical issues, and develop appropriate mitigation measures.
  • Participate in technical meetings and represent the Installation Engineering discipline with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Provide technical support during construction and installation activities as required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in railway infrastructure, installation engineering, or transportation projects in a brownfield environment.
  • Experience designing cable pathways, raceways, ducts, and cable routing solutions for railway systems.
  • Strong understanding of constructability considerations and installation practices.
  • Experience coordinating with civil engineering stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Familiarity with Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTM), Interface Registers, and systems integration processes.
  • Experience managing contractor and subcontractor design activities.
  • Previous construction or field installation experience is highly desirable.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • English Proficiency

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational and documentation management skills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges
  • Ability to adapt to changing project priorities and schedules
  • Willingness to support on-site activities as required

Location

  • San Francisco, California

Work Type

  • Full time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Salary/Compensations

  • $126,104 - $189,157

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flextime
  • Training and Development opportunities

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
  • 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.