Job Description
About Us
Hitachi Rail offers a global opportunity to work at the cutting edge of digital transformation and technology. Our multinational team collaborates across the world to develop sustainable and innovative solutions. This role is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid).
Responsibilities
Responsible for the hardware reliability activities regarding the hardware products within the HEM Engineering perimeter, including FRACAS.
Maintain the FRACAS process and its associated tools
Monitor the hardware reliability of the hardware systems in the field
Maintain a table with all the hardware returns from the field and the reason for the returns
Prepare and run the monthly meeting of the Failure Review Board
Review and maintain the Reliability monitoring process
Conduct root cause analyses of failed hardware as required by stakeholders
Work closely with the groups in HEM Engineering to coordinate the activities related to the root cause analyses and reliability monitoring
Key Requirements
7+ years of electronics design and troubleshooting experience
Strong knowledge of: Cabling; Grounding techniques; Surge Protection
Excellent knowledge of electrical engineering principles: Power circuits design; Analog and digital electronic circuits, including digital processors; Serial communications circuits
Proficient in using engineering tools such as: Multi-meters; Oscilloscopes; Protocol Analyzers
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to design, simulate, and test electronic circuits
Excellent verbal skills to allow clear communication without ambiguity
Excellent writing skills to allow documents to be prepared in a clear and concise format with sufficient information so that further clarification is not required
The ability to follow directions and work instructions, and to use good judgment in the performance of assigned work
The ability to present pros and cons for various courses of action
Tracks progress on all assigned tasks
Verifies that all assigned work has been completed accurately
Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of electronics design experience, with a proven track record
Outstanding electrical/electronics troubleshooting skills
Design experience in the Railway Signalling industry
Comprehensive knowledge of the SelTrack hardware products
Devising and running tests to verify functionality, identify and solve problems
Excellent understanding of the train interfaces and train operations
Familiar with train maintenance, train components, sub-systems, and various train designs from different manufacturers
Strong initiative, resourcefulness, and breadth of knowledge beyond the primary discipline in solving problems
PEO
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Compensation
Total Compensation Range (Base Salary + Annual Incentive plan): $137,954 - $155,641
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision plans - 100% of premiums are company-paid
Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period
Company paid holidays - 3 weeks of vacation, Holiday closure, personal emergency leave days and sick days
Maternity/Parental/Adoption top up pay
Annual Incentive plan
Company provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan
This posting relates to an existing vacancy.
Our hiring process uses both human and technology-assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
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 opportunity employer.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 28, 2026
Job Type:
Construction
Location:
Toronto, Canada
Company:
Hitachi Vantara Corporation
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