Hitachi Rail · 4 weeks ago
Designer, Hardware Application Design
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$67K/yr - $97K/yr
0+ years expHitachi Rail is a global leader in digital transformation and technology. They are seeking a Designer to support the Site Infrastructure Designs hardware team by drafting and documenting hardware application designs, while contributing to the development and modification of these designs.
Railroad
Responsibilities
Works within a team, under the supervision and guidance of experienced designers, handling low complexity tasks
Actively learns processes, tools, and products, adhering to instructions and asking clear technical questions
Responsible for efficiently completing tasks with accuracy
Contributes to the development and modification of hardware application designs
Identifies, interprets, and documents requirements; selects an appropriate design approach
Participates in defining development strategies to maximize product reusability
Ensures the integrity of all design documentation
Aids in resolving hardware issues both in-house and on project sites
Supports installation and field testing to ensure successful technical implementation
Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and knowledge in primary disciplines to solve problems
Carries out basic technical tasks and HW CAD primarily for electrical and some mechanical designs
Demonstrates a good level of logical reasoning resulting in effective hardware application designs and processes
Completes tasks promptly and confidently seeks clarification when needed
Selects appropriate design approaches while maximizing the use of existing designs
Articulates technical questions concisely for management review and approval
Promotes harmonious working relationships within the group
Qualification
Required
Post-secondary Technologist diploma or Electrical/Electronics Engineering degree
0-3 years of related work experience
Solid understanding of electrical theory and systems, along with strong CAD skills
Proficient in CAD tools (e.g., Microstation, AutoCAD), Bills of Materials (SAP), Configuration Management, Hitachi Change Control Process (Clearquest), and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong interpersonal and diplomatic abilities for interacting confidently and courteously across organizational levels and with customers
Well-developed verbal English skills for effective and professional communication in various forums
Strong written English skills to prepare clear and concise documents
Preferred
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Maintains professionalism in the job and interpersonal interactions
Demonstrates initiative in researching source documentation for design activities
Makes timely decisions independently and collaboratively
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
Company
Hitachi Rail
Hitachi Rail is a provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signalling services and turnkey.
10001+ employees
Funding
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