Senior Installation Engineer

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Job ID: R Date Posted: Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC. Profession (Job Category): Other Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No 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. Job Description: Accountabilities Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks a Senior Installation Engineer to work in unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. The Senior Installation Engineer will be responsible for the planning, design, installation, and maintenance of various railway systems and infrastructure. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the safe and efficient designs of railway networks. Specific duties include: (1) designing railway systems and infrastructure, which may include tracks, equipment, cable pathways, signaling systems, electrical lines, and other essential components, in accordance with safety and operational requirements; (2) installation of railway design and systems which includes coordinating with various teams (construction workers, electrical designers, signaling designers, communication team, structural design team and other technicians) to ensure that the work is completed in accordance with the design specifications; (3) ensuring that all installations meet safety standards and regulations, minimizing the risk of accidents and ensuring the quality of designs, and making sure their designs are in accordance with national codes and project requirements; (4) quality assurance of the designs which includes inspecting installation sites, conducting site surveys, and addressing any issues in the designs that may arise during or after the installation process; (5) managing and leading installation designs which involves coordination with various stakeholders, project managers, clients, sub-contractors, and government agencies, and to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget limits; (6) maintaining accurate records and documentation of installation designs, site survey updates, and changes which are critical for regulatory compliance and future reference, as well as maintaining detailed design records of all work performed on site after construction; (7) communication and collaboration with design teams, clients and stakeholders and must be able to convey technical information clearly and work collaboratively to achieve project goals in accordance with Hitachi global standards; and (8) keeping up with industry advancements and technology to be able to evaluate and implement new technologies and methods to improve design efficiency and modifications in railway systems. This position is for a roving employee who will work in unanticipated locations throughout the United States. The employee will have to relocate, but travel is not required from any particular location. Required Skills/ Knowledge Must have four years of engineering experience within the electrical or transportation industry. Must have experience : (1) preparing conceptual and wiring designs for complex electrical substation projects; (2) implementing, reviewing and analyzing technical studies and project scope of work; (3) with computer aided design (AutoCAD) and MicroStation software; (4) developing and understanding technical specifications, drawings and standards of equipment/project requirements; (5) working closely with engineers to ensure accurate delivery and thorough designs that meet industry standards and specifications and good engineering practices for installation or testing and commissioning; (6) developing cable table and cable / wiring schedules for the designs; (7) maintaining complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, design packages, as-built requirements and return data information; (8) developing and maintaining good working relationships with internal groups that support project such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Procurement, Construction and Project Management; (9) preparing bill of material (BOM) documentation; (10) selecting equipment type and preparing documents for materials list for construction and installation work; (11) with applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE); (12) coordinating design activities with other multi-discipline project team members; and (13) providing site support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections with other engineers during the testing and commissioning phase of the projects. Education/Qualifications Must have a Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Civil Engineering. In accordance with the DOT's FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi's substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions. #LI-DNI Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to . Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to. 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 at At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. 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Created: 2024-11-01