Date Posted: HITACHI RAIL STS CANADA, INC.

Engineering & Science Full time Remote: 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.

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Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior SCADA Engineer who thrives in a quick-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. Analyze customer‑supplied system specifications and decompose them into detailed functional, performance, hardware, and software requirements, while extending the requirement set based on applicable standards, codes of practice, and system interfaces.

Identify gaps between customer requirements and company standard solutions. Create requirement documents including high‑level design documents, interface control documents, detailed software requirements and specifications, and requirements traceability documentation in accordance with applicable quality standards. Serve as the primary technical interface with the customer throughout the project lifecycle and act as a technical liaison with cross‑functional internal teams.

Interface with internal stakeholders (project managers, construction managers, project engineers, application engineers) and external parties (customers, contractors, local authorities, external assessors) to maintain consistent communication. Develop and execute commissioning plans, including resource allocation, logistics, and scheduling. Act as onsite lead for commissioning and acceptance testing.

Collaborate with all stakeholders to define and execute testing protocols required for commercial operation, based on contractual and safety requirements. Oversee commissioning and acceptance testing of all plant systems, including control and communication networks, power supply, fire detection, ventilation, HMIs, and integrated control. Provide local and remote technical troubleshooting support during commissioning and operations.





Develop training materials for customers and O&M; teams, including train‑the‑trainer program development for safe plant operation. Prepare professional commissioning and testing reports for internal stakeholders and external clients. Drive continuous improvement by capturing technical problem‑solving knowledge and enabling efficient resolution of customer issues.

Fulfill administrative responsibilities, including service reports, issue tracking, job safety analyses, and quality compliance documentation. Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation systems (railway, metro, tram, freight). Ability to lead the design process, support in installation activities, testing (FAT, SAT, SIT), and commissioning documentation for integrated SCADA‑related systems , including: SCADA Building Automation Control System (BACS) SIL2 Safety SCADA components , such as Tunnel Ventilation Control Systems (TVCS) CFAMS (Central Fire Alarm Monitoring System) DWH (Data Warehouse) Experience with interface clarification and technical integration of the above control systems with station services, civil works, and other rail subsystems (signaling, rolling stock, power).

Provide technical clarification and support for installation, testing, and commissioning activities. Reviewing and developing design/installation documentation (ICDs, drawings, design packages, test procedures) Reviewing design contractor and installation documentation Supervising construction and ensuring technical compliance Supporting interface resolution with civil, signaling, and systems teams Reporting progress and identifying potential commercial or claim‑related impacts Supporting FAT approvals, RAMS assessments,



and complex safety analysis for integrated SCADA systems Basic technical knowledge in: Power distribution, grounding, wiring, cabinets, cable routes Motor control principles Hardware/software architecture Knowledge of maintenance concepts, databases, data collection protocols, asset configuration, work order management, and warehouse/spare parts processes. 2+ years of experience in major transportation infrastructure projects. ~ Demonstrable experience in designing, installing, delivering, testing, and operating SCADA or control‑system‑related solutions. ~ Experience managing the delivery of integrated control systems to quality, budget, and schedule constraints. ~ Knowledge of international standards applicable to control and monitoring systems. ~ Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems, system assurance, manufacturing processes, quality, and safety. ~ Familiarity with current installation practices and safety legislation. ~ Ability to work under pressure and make on‑site decisions to progress works. ~ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience as an Electrical/Automation Engineer. ~ Minimum 1 year of professional experience in design, commissioning, or performance testing. ~ Proven customer‑focused problem‑solving skills. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation, Control Systems, or similar).

Languages ~ English proficiency required. Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.

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Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance,a RetirementSavings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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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.

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