Control System Engineer

In this role, you will design, develop and commission SCADA systems for rail projects, ensuring time, quality, and cost targets. You will work in an international, multi-site setting to translate requirements into robust control solutions. You will oversee documentation, interfaces, testing, and safety considerations throughout the project life cycle. This position offers the chance to shape SCADA architectures and contribute to Hitachi Rail’s digital transformation in rail operations.
Design, develop and commission SCADA systems for Tender and Backlog Projects
Budget man-hours for project activities
Analyze specifications and contracts to extract requirements for SCADA developers
Lead SCADA system design with documentation aligned to international standards
Coordinate with other company departments to fulfill technical tasks
Monitor compliance with requirements, standards, and norms across the project life-cycle
Define interface data and establish relationships for external parties
Present design content and progress to stakeholders
Ensure test commissioning documents meet quality standards
Participate in factory, site, and interface tests involving SCADA systems
Perform first-level troubleshooting for technical issues
Ensure Health & Safety regulations are applied
Good interpersonal skills with international teams
Ability to work in dynamic, multi-site environments
Willingness to travel for medium durations
Ability to prepare technical specifications and papers
Ability to develop SCADA systems to meet project needs
Fluent English (speaking and writing)
Good knowledge of Windows Office and basic Autocad
Familiarity with Design and Commissioning Process and Site activities
Basic knowledge of RAMS concepts
Basic knowledge of electrical and relay circuits, mechanics and thermal phenomena, power distribution, grounding, electronics, microcontroller programming, motors control, sensors, cabling, and communication protocols (CAN bus, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Modbus)