About UsA 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 multicultural strength of our global organization 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.Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)Position SummaryWe are looking for a Hardware Project Lead to join our team in Toronto. The successful candidate will lead a team of hardware designers in a role of Hardware Work‑Package Manager and deliver on all project requirements for hardware deliverables within allocated budget, schedule, and scope, while maintaining the highest level of quality. The role involves designing new or revising existing hardware products, equipment, and installations, utilizing processes based on established engineering process, applying engineering design best‑practices, principles, and design methodologies.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning of group activities on one or multiple projects by using the appropriate management tools to define and schedule the tasksVerifying that all assigned work has been completed accurately, efficiently, and on timeResponsible for the quality and integrity of the hardware designs and all related documentation, for conducting technical reviews, and for ensuring changes are in line with objectivesEnsuring that assigned work proceeds according to project schedule, within budget, and in accordance with all requirements – including revising plans and forecasts as required to accommodate changes in circumstancesMay be required to perform administrative tasks such as approving timesheets, vacation requests and may assist in the selection, appraisal, and evaluation of staff as requiredCarries out all assigned work efficiently, with a minimum of supervision, in accordance with company and departmental processesPresents effective solutions to problems or inefficiencies in the department’s operationMakes timely decisions, both independently and in concert with others,



after a thorough evaluation of all relevant factorsKeeps track of progress on all assigned tasks and verifies that all assigned work has been completed accuratelyEnsures both the safety and quality of hardware products while reducing the deployment cost of those productsContributes to the heightened reuse of product hardware and contributes to improvements in hardware qualityPrepares specifications for hardware and/or software components or devicesInterprets, identifies, and documents requirements such that customer needs are met within the budget and schedule constraintsDevelops appropriate design architectureReviews any applicable specifications, standards, rules, etc. and ensures that the appropriate actions resulting from this review have been takenImplement designs using good design practice and applicable standards and guidelinesMaking efficient re‑use of existing designsRequired Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent10+ years of experience in industry with a) Cabling; b) Grounding techniquesand c) Surge ProtectionElectrical engineering principles with power circuit design; electronic circuits including microprocessors and telecommunications circuitsExperience with engineering tools like CAD system (AutoCAD); multi‑meter; oscilloscope and protocol analyzersWell‑developed verbal skills to allow clear communication without ambiguityProven track record in designing complex electrical or electronics productsWell‑developed writing skills to allow documents, work packages, etc. to be prepared in a clear and concise format with sufficient information so that further clarification is not requiredThe ability to follow directions and work instructions, and to use good judgement in the performance of assigned workThe ability to effectively present pros and cons for various courses of actionProficient skills,



and current with the technology of the disciplinePreferred Skills and ExperienceMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalentMinimum 12 years of experience in railway signalling industryProven track record of designing, installation, and testing of communication‑based train control on‑board equipmentFormulating or contributing to the development of new designsDevising and running tests to verify functionality, and identifying and solving problemsExcellent understanding of the train interfaces and train operationsFamiliar with train maintenance, train components, sub‑systems and various train designs from different manufacturersUnderstand, read, and design train interface electrical schematicsDeep understanding of the CENELEC and AREMA railway standards regarding on‑board equipmentExperienced in performing train surveysAbility to support bids by defining technical solutions and review the materials listProfessional Engineer's License (P.Eng.)Salary Range$117,687–151,121BenefitsHealth, Dental and Vision plans – 100% of premiums are company‑paidRetirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting periodCompany paid holidays – 3 weeks of vacation, holiday closure, personal emergency leave days and sick daysMaternity/Parental/Adoption top up payAnnual incentive planCompany provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance PlanThis posting relates to an existing vacancy.Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.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 https://www.Hitachirail.Com/careers.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 chance employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.Linkedin.Com/company/hitachirail.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Hardware Project Lead - C$117,687 - C$151,121 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Hitachi Rail
📍 Winnipeg