Location:
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States
Job ID:
Date Posted:
2026-10-05
Company Name:
Hitachi Rail USA, Inc.
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks in Engineering Department. The position is based in Hagerstown, MD.
Accountabilities
The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Development of functional schemes (vehicle and subassemblies)
- Development of wiring diagrams (vehicle and subassemblies)
- Development of electrical documentation for production (topographic diagrams, cable routing, component layouts, wiring tables, harness drawings etc.)
- Design of electrical subassemblies (electrical cubicle in the compartment, electrical boxes outside the car, etc.)
- Definition of electro/mechanical components and electrical components for wiring
- Preparation of system requirements specification and component technical specification
- Preparation of the electrical requirements specifications of the vehicle
- Support during the on-board integration test for electrical functions
- Design review with Clients and Suppliers
Required Skills/ Knowledge
- 5+ years of experience in Electrical Design Engineering.
- Experience (if any) in the railway industry with the role of Systems Electrical Engineer and/or Designer focused on Electrical systems.
- Recommended knowledge of the main regulations relating to electrical systems in the railway business, for design and testing.
- Recommended knowledge of the main office automation software/tools (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
- Recommended knowledge of mechanical design software (Autocad, Creo, Catia, etc.) and the IBM DOORS requirements management tool.
- Recommended knowledge of electrical design software (preferred E3 Zuken).
- Recommended knowledge of Engineering Processes and Railway Operations.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, with the attitude to contribute with constructive and practical ideas.
- Readiness to work effectively in a collaborative, fast paced, multitasking international environment.
- Ability to work autonomously in teams and for projects is required.
- Availability for short-term national and international business trips.
Desired Skills/ Knowledge
- Good knowledge of electrical schematics/topics
- Ability to manage and plan the assigned tasks independently and team-working.
- Ability to analyze business requirements, problem-solving attitude and business process analysis.
- Ability to face the different internal functions (internal customer) and external (suppliers, customers, partners).
- Versatile in learning and strong desire to remain up to date with changes in technology and best industry practices.
- Strong business acumen & technical skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attitude to work in an international and multi-cultural reality.
Education/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or a related discipline, with relevant industry experience.
Benefits:
- Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
The salary range for this position is $115,175 to $172,762 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.
