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System Engineer Automation Systems

Job in Genoa, Liguria, Italy
Listing for: Hitachi Vantara Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Software Engineer, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: System Engineer for Automation Systems
About 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.
Description
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated System Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks. The developments cover the railways applications. The position is based in Piossasco, IT.
About 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.
Experience Required
2+ to 5 Years
Career Level
Experienced
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Location

Piossasco (TO).
Genova would be an alternative location as well.

Electronic/Software Engineering degree
Accountabilities

Requirement analysis
Responsible for ensuring successful on time, on budget delivery of an engineering and software solution
Responsible for leading work packet Project Monitoring and Control activities including maintaining schedule, CTC, MPR updates, meeting minutes, risk register, and change orders
Prioritization and monitoring of software problem report status, and execution of tasks within functional areas that includes engineering and software development activities
Facilitates scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customer
Active participation in optimal overall project technical solution
Support to HW & SW design e commissioning
Support for test on site with customer

Required Skills & Experience

Very good English written and spoken;
Minimum 5 years’ experience as project engineer or lead systems/software engineer for large software control system applications

Experience with basic Project Management:
Maintaining and controlling budget
Schedule monitoring/development,
Maintaining risk register,
Resource and task management
Good understanding and/or prior experience with software development life cycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecycle
Prior experience with Microsoft Office suite, scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera), requirements management systems, and software configuration tools
Prior experience managing small-medium sized projects and project teams
Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross‑functional teams of varying skills/experience
Success with multi‑tasking across multiple projects at given time
Builds effective relationships and has exceptional communication and leadership skills
Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
Experience in manage project in international context

Desired Skills & Experience

Some knowledge on Data Base, SW e programming languages
Prefer rail or rail transit domain experience, but not required
Familiar with Automatic Train Supervision(ATS) products, technology, and project deliverables
Prefer prior experience supporting Bids and Proposals for new work

Experience with overall systems architecture design

Experience with robust, mission critical control systems

Experience with providing leadership in either a functional management or project management role
More then 5 years of experience are a plus

Education Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology or equivalent technical background.
Location

Piossasco (TO) or Genoa

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