Posted 25 days ago
Signaling System Engineer
@ Hitachi Global
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Hitachi Rail is hiring a Signaling System Engineer in Mississauga, Ontario, on a full-time, on-site basis. The role leads signaling system requirements, design, interface management and integration testing for rail projects, with a salary range of $84,872 to $127,308 CAD.
Responsibilities:
- Manage signaling system requirements across the project life cycle
- Define subsystem apportionment and interfaces with rolling stock and TLC
- Lead signaling design, ATC gap analysis and physical architecture
- Define, execute and document integration and lab test procedures
- Ensure compliance with CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE and CMMI standards
Requirements summary:
- 3 to 5 years as lead systems or design engineer on signaling projects
- CBTC systems and design experience
- Prior project and project team management experience
- Strong systems engineering fundamentals (V-lifecycle, architecture, configuration and interface management)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Rail or rail transit domain experience
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | PEng |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Hitachi Global
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 135 |
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.
Job Description
Hitachi Rail is looking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Signaling System Engineer who thrives in a fast paced environment. This role located on-site in Mississauga, Ontario CA.
Accountabilities:
- Ensure the identification, the management and the traceability of Overall Signaling System Requirements for the entire life cycle of the project (Design and Testing)
- Ensure the apportionment of Overall Signaling System requirements to each of the subsystems which constitute the Signaling system.
- Ensure the Signaling System Design and ATC Gap Analysis from a define version to achieve proper Signaling System Functionalities and performances.
- Ensure the identification, management and resolution of all the interfaces between the Signaling Subsystem and the Other Subsystems (e.g. Rolling Stock, TLC) as well as the internal interfaces within the Signaling Subsystem.
- Ensure the definition of the Physical Architecture of the Signaling part and Integrate it within the Overall Physical Architecture of the overall System.
- Ensure that the Development of the Products complies with the Requirements and Interfaces of a project.
- Ensure the delivery of the assigned tasks on time, on budget and quality.
- Ensure efficiency and standardization of signaling systems across different projects (e.g. Design specifications).
- Ensure the definition of signaling system integration test procedures, the implementation of any requested test improvement, the execution of such tests and the preparation of final test dossier.
- Ensure the definition of lab test procedures, the implementation of any requested test improvement, the execution of such tests and the preparation of final test dossier
- Understands and integrates applicable CMMI, CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE, IPC, etc standards.
- Responsible for the Engineering Solution
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- 3 -5 years’ experience as a lead systems/design engineer in signaling system projects
- CBTC (Communication based train control) systems and designs
- Extensive understanding and/or prior experience with engineering lifecycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecycle and demonstrate the ability to deliver solutions to closure
- Prior experience managing small-medium sized projects and project teams
- Strong prior experience with Microsoft Office suite, requirements management systems, product lifecycle management systems, defect tracking tools, and software configuration tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross-functional teams of varying skills/experience
- Builds effective relationships and has exceptional communication and leadership skills
- Ability to acquire deep understanding of new technologies with minimal guidance
- Ability to communicate complex ideas to peers, management, and customers in a simplified manner
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem solving abilities
- Strong prior experience applying fundamental Systems Engineering concepts:
o V-lifecycle,
o System Architecture
o Requirements Management,
o Configuration Management,
o Interface Management,
- Deep competency in interactions between mechanical, electrical, and software components in complex electromechanical systems
- Success with multi-tasking across multiple projects at given time
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
- Rail or rail transit domain experience
Desired Skills/Knowledge:
- PEng certification in Ontario Canada within an Electrical Engineering discipline
- Prior experience collaborating with a diverse, cross-functional team across multiple geographic locations
Education:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Languages:
· English-Proficient
Background Check: Clear Criminal Check required.
Salary Range - $84,872 (CAD) - $127,308(CAD)
The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.
This posting relates to an existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.
Benefits
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
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