Location:
Pearl City, Hawaii, United StatesJob ID:
R0105873Date Posted:
2025-09-19Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JVProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoAbout Us
A 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 multi-cultural strength of our global organisation 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.
Job Description:
Hitachi Rail Honolulu is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated O&M Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Pearl City, HI, USA.
Roles/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be the person responsible to assure the project delivery, leading the appropriate O&M Requirements Management, across the overall Project Lifecycle, jointly working together with all Project Departments, coordinating and preparing the necessary documentation at both System and SubSystem level, arranging the training, ensuring the proper interface management between the Design and Build team and the O&M team, as well as assure return of experience to the Product Engineering.
Provide monitoring, oversight, and technical support of Telecommunication and network system equipment in accordance with wiring diagrams, schematics, operations and maintenance manuals.
Observes and monitors system components and devices in operation to detect potential failures and locate causes of malfunction.
Support and act as the subject matter expert to field technicians during troubleshooting, identification and resolution of system and subsystem issues in the diagnosis and correction of faults.
Conduct and provide the monthly Failure Reporting and Corrective Action analysis report against the signaling and telecommunications subsystems.
Maintain the physical hardware and software configuration management of the signaling and telecommunication system via the Maintenance Management Information System.
Conduct physical configuration audits of the system.
Analyze log files to troubleshoot issues and provide required corrective action and improvement
Interface with other subsystem engineers in the remediation of complex multi-discipline problems.
Support the on-site spare parts management and the repair cycle while tracking and trending spare parts usage rate.
Ensure subsystem conformance and compliance to project technical specifications and tolerances.
Facilitate and act as the primary point-of-contact during signaling and telecommunications change management activities.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of the Rolling Stock Systems, components, and testing equipment
2 to 5+ years of field experience
Working knowledge with one or more of the following Rail Transit Signaling System: Automatic Train Control, Communication Base Train Control, Positive Train Control
Ability to use common and specialized tools and test equipment.
A team player with a strong analytical mind and ability to work independently and in team environment with minimal supervision.
Desired Skills/Knowledge:
Experience in Maintenance Management Information Systems (MMIS)
Basic working knowledge of Rail Transit Subsystem such as Automatic Train Supervision, Vehicle, Telecommunication, Platform Screen Gates, Traction Electrification, SCADA, CCTV, Radios, GPS, etc.
Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting faults on ATC equipment
Basic understanding of software configuration managements (CM)
Basic understanding of software programming logic
Basic working knowledge of the Linux or UNIX operating system
Understand of Operation and Maintenance Processes
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work independently and in team environment with minimal supervision
Able to work under pressure during intense periods of activities
Ability to demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies
Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
Education/Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunication, Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline
Languages:
English Proficiency
The salary range for this position is $93,000 - $139,500. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.
Note: In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.
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 variety of Training and Development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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