Principal System Engineer

About Hitachi Rail Hitachi Rail STS is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior System Engineer Integrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of engineering tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Toronto, ON. Accountabilities Define Concept of Operations for the project including identifying operational scenarios and use cases Define System Architecture for the project (logical, functional, and physical architectures) Lead scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customer Lead System Requirements effort and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) Acquire deep understanding of subsystems provided by external suppliers and ensure compatibility at system level Identify, define, control and manage system interfaces Decompose System Requirements to lower-level elements and work with the engineering teams to ensure proper allocation Serve as the project’s cross-functional technical interface between product development, engineering, manufacturing, verification & validation, commissioning, and RAMS teams Support project engineering in all technical decisions Active participation in optimal overall project technical solution Support customer design reviews and internal design reviews Support lab, factory, and field testing Execution of System Integration Test Define impact analysis for proposed changes to the system and support System Configuration Management through the whole lifecycle Ensure compliance with company processes Understands and integrates applicable standards (CMMI, CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE, IPC, etc.) Provide support to projects external stakeholders (customers, users, tenders) and participate in budget estimation Required Skills/Knowledge 5-10 years of engineering experience with a minimum of 5 years as a lead systems/design engineer P.Eng (PEO) for Ontario, CA Extensive understanding and/or prior experience with engineering lifecycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecycle and ability to deliver solutions to closure Prior experience managing small- to medium-sized projects and project teams Strong experience with Microsoft Office suite, requirements management systems (e.g. Doors), product lifecycle management systems, defect tracking tools, and software configuration tools Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross-functional teams Ability to build effective relationships with exceptional communication and leadership skills Ability to acquire deep understanding of new technologies with minimal guidance Ability to communicate complex ideas to peers, management, and customers in a simplified manner Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Strong experience applying fundamental Systems Engineering concepts: V-lifecycle, System Architecture, Requirements Management, Configuration Management, Interface Management Deep competency in interactions between mechanical, electrical, and software components in complex electromechanical systems Ability to multi-task across multiple projects Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills Clear Criminal Background Check Desired Skills/Knowledge Experience with Construction / Civil Work and applicable standards Expertise in any one or more of the following areas: High Speed Railways System; Power systems including traction power and medium to low voltage designs; EMI/EMC system integration and validation; Telecoms and Network designs; Automated control design and development systems; Conventional signaling control designs; CBTC systems Knowledge/experience with Railway signaling applications and/or ERTMS systems Experience collaborating with a diverse, cross-functional team across multiple geographic locations Knowledge of job-specific tools (e.g., Doors) is an advantage Experience in BIM design process Knowledge of FRA/FTA regulations Clear Criminal Background Check Education Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience Ontario P.Eng (PEO) is highly desirable Languages English-Proficient Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please explore more about us and our latest jobs at Hitachi Rail 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 worldview. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates on Hitachi Rail. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Toronto, Ontario, CA

Posted Date: 10/13/2025