Location:Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesJob ID: R0120416Date Posted:2026-06-04Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA 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:<div><div>HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Component Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidateis comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.The Senior Component Engineer is responsible for standardizing, selecting, validating, and managing components, ensuring they meet quality, cost, regulatory, and availability requirements.Accountabilities:<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and unify standardized component requirements and material specifications across global products and projects to ensure consistency and quality</li><li>Proactively mitigate supply chain risks by monitoring obsolescence, shortages, and identifying suitable alternatives</li><li>Analyze technical specifications, interpret test results, select and qualify components by component and/or product technical specifications</li><li>Provide technical guidance and support to supply chain, project and manufacturing teams</li><li>Provide technical expertise by identifying, assessing, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure consistency and quality</li><li>Manage documentation, including datasheets, end-of-life notices, and change histories</li><li>Ensure components meet applicable internal and external regulations and quality standards</li><li>Investigate component issues, perform failure analysis, and establish corrective actions</li><li>Work closely with design engineers to select parts that meet performance requirements, while considering availability, cost and compliance, helping prevent delays, and costly redesign</li><li>Provide mentorship to other Component Engineers</li><li>Adhere to safety and quality guidelines and company policies</li></ul>Must have the ability to:<ul><li>Read and interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and schematics</li><li>Adhere to core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for actions and compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare detailed engineering reports and documentation</li><li>Manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines</li><li>Understand team metrics, factors affecting and ideas to improve</li><li>Understand processes and provide ideas for improvement</li><li>Quickly learn and adapt to new engineering design tools and technologies</li><li>Work both independently with minimal supervision and as a collaborative team member across various cultures and geographies</li><li>Lift or lower items weighing &lt; 24lbs (10.9kg) and Push or Pull efforts &lt; 42lbs (19kg)</li></ul>Required skills/experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience</li><li>In-depth knowledge of electrical, electronics, electromechanical and mechanical parts, including component selection, evaluation, testing, and material specification</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of form, fit, function equivalency for multiple-source components and application acceptability</li><li>Great attention to detail as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills</li></ul>Desired skills/experience:Experience with 2D/3D CAD Modeling Tools, as well as Product Lifecycle Management SystemsLanguage:English ProficiencyBenefits: Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short &amp; Long Term Disability, Life &amp; Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 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.   #LI-DNI</div></div>Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  <a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.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.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Senior Component Engineer

Location:Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesJob ID: R0120416Date Posted:2026-06-04Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA 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:<div><div>HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Component Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidateis comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.The Senior Component Engineer is responsible for standardizing, selecting, validating, and managing components, ensuring they meet quality, cost, regulatory, and availability requirements.Accountabilities:<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and unify standardized component requirements and material specifications across global products and projects to ensure consistency and quality</li><li>Proactively mitigate supply chain risks by monitoring obsolescence, shortages, and identifying suitable alternatives</li><li>Analyze technical specifications, interpret test results, select and qualify components by component and/or product technical specifications</li><li>Provide technical guidance and support to supply chain, project and manufacturing teams</li><li>Provide technical expertise by identifying, assessing, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure consistency and quality</li><li>Manage documentation, including datasheets, end-of-life notices, and change histories</li><li>Ensure components meet applicable internal and external regulations and quality standards</li><li>Investigate component issues, perform failure analysis, and establish corrective actions</li><li>Work closely with design engineers to select parts that meet performance requirements, while considering availability, cost and compliance, helping prevent delays, and costly redesign</li><li>Provide mentorship to other Component Engineers</li><li>Adhere to safety and quality guidelines and company policies</li></ul>Must have the ability to:<ul><li>Read and interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and schematics</li><li>Adhere to core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for actions and compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare detailed engineering reports and documentation</li><li>Manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines</li><li>Understand team metrics, factors affecting and ideas to improve</li><li>Understand processes and provide ideas for improvement</li><li>Quickly learn and adapt to new engineering design tools and technologies</li><li>Work both independently with minimal supervision and as a collaborative team member across various cultures and geographies</li><li>Lift or lower items weighing &lt; 24lbs (10.9kg) and Push or Pull efforts &lt; 42lbs (19kg)</li></ul>Required skills/experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience</li><li>In-depth knowledge of electrical, electronics, electromechanical and mechanical parts, including component selection, evaluation, testing, and material specification</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of form, fit, function equivalency for multiple-source components and application acceptability</li><li>Great attention to detail as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills</li></ul>Desired skills/experience:Experience with 2D/3D CAD Modeling Tools, as well as Product Lifecycle Management SystemsLanguage:English ProficiencyBenefits: Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short &amp; Long Term Disability, Life &amp; Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 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.   #LI-DNI</div></div>Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  <a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.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.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

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