Mechanical Engineer

The position of

Mechanical Engineer

(within the Rolling Stock Engineering Department) is based in

Pistoia

or

Napoli

(Italy).

Accountabilities

Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for mechanical components

Analyze and assessment of technical documentation from Suppliers

Prepare and verify mechanical installation/integration drawings/specifications

Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned work package, under the supervision of relevant Engineering Managers and Project Engineers

Attend at system stand‑alone type test and review of type test reports

Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases

Review design documentation with customers and suppliers

Prepare structural drawings (carbody shell, bogie frames, mechanical components)

Prepare equipment layout and mechanical routing drawings

Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM)

Ensure compliance with input requirements, international railway regulations and standards and project constraints (time, cost, quality)

Prepare the documentation required for vehicle approval and support the homologation phase

Required Skills & Knowledge

Experience (3‑5 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments

Good knowledge of main railway regulations and standards

Good knowledge of IBM DOORS requirements management tool

Good knowledge of engineering processes and railway operations

Good knowledge of mechanical disciplines (installation, interfaces, component design, etc.)

Good knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies

Good knowledge of mechanical CAD systems (Catia or Creo preferred)

Good knowledge of piping systems, fittings and joint design methodologies

Good knowledge of noise/vibration modelling and assessment of mechanical components

Good knowledge of welded structure design rules and standards (EN 15085)

Good knowledge of PLM systems (Windchill preferred)

Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced, international and multicultural environment

Strong planning and organizational skills, alongside team‑working and problem‑solving mindset

Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)

Ability to work within project teams under minimum supervision

Availability for occasional short‑term national and international business trips

Desired Skills & Knowledge

Knowledge of railway vehicles running dynamics performance assessment

Fast learner with strong willingness to stay up to date with technological developments

Good business acumen combined with solid technical skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education & Qualifications Master’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical disciplines mandatory).

Languages Knowledge of written and spoken English (at least B2 level).

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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