Traction Power System Engineer

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Hitachi Rail (STS) is seeking an enthusiastic self-motivated Traction & Power Supply Engineer to work on our RSSOM project. As the successful candidate your ideas for continuous improvement and creativity are welcome. The position is based in Toronto.

Accountabilities

• Identification and resolution of the Contact line interfaces with the main subsystems (e.g. Signalling, CW, Trackworketc.).
• Guarantee that the delivery of every system is achieved in compliance with engineering guidelines, quality standards, timing and cost constraints
• Ensure the Verification activities on Contact line or third rail documents, according to the V&V Plan
• Interface with the Commissioning Manager to plan test and coordinate of operational activities on site according to schedule
• Perform the test and issue the test report, issue non compliances according to quality procedures and purpose remedy actions.
• Support capitalization and sharing of knowledge related to the specific Contact line (e.g. best practice, lesson learned, ...)
• Ensure the interface with the other relevant technologies
• Ensure test planning and coordination of operational activities on site according to schedule
• % completion of activity budget with respect to the planned one in the project
• % reduction of design releases issued with respect to previous projects

Required Skills/Experience

• 5 up to 10 years of Engineering and Commissioning expertise.
• Knowledge of the Design and Development processes, related procedures and instructions, KPIs
• Knowledge of the system, subsystems of a transportation system and related interactions, system architecture
• Knowledge of commissioning rules and standards also with reference to the specific project and country in order to adhere to them and induct other people involved on tests activities properly
• Knowledge of the railway environment and the related risks and rules and adhere to them in planning and executing commissioning activities.
  

Preferred profile is a candidate experienced in the field of traction power or electrical systems.

Education / Qualifications

> Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology or Equivalent technical experience.

Power System Engineer with experiences in:

- AC & DC Traction system

- MV Distribution System

- LV Distribution System

Salary Range - $95,102 (CAD) - $142,653 (CAD)

The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.

This posting relates to an existing vacancy. 

 Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.

Benefits

 Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, 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.

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