Location:Copenhagen, DenmarkJob ID: R0138864Date Posted:2026-07-20Company Name:Hitachi Rail Denmark A/SProfession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob 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:<h1>Configuration &amp; Defect Manager</h1>About the RoleConfiguration &amp; Defect Manager contributes to Hitachi’s responsibility to design, manage interfaces, and prepare the documentation needed for installation, test and placing in service approvals. Its specific contribution is to maintain baselines, defect log, version control, release traceability and non-regression coordination.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Define configuration and defect management processes, item structures, baselines, naming rules, severity/prioritisation model and reporting cadence.</li><li>Maintain records for hardware, software, firmware, drawings, settings, network devices, test scripts, documents and installed assets.</li><li>Run defect triage, ownership assignment, root-cause tracking, fix verification, retest evidence and closure Governance.</li><li>Coordinate releases and configuration changes with Engineering, IVVQ/T&amp;C, suppliers, Installation and Document Control.</li><li>Report open defects, baseline status, known limitations and acceptance-impacting configuration issues.</li><li>Apply the Hitachi Code of Conduct in role-specific decisions, including ethical escalation, anti-bribery discipline, confidentiality, data protection, fair supplier/customer conduct and transparent records.</li><li>Maintain baselines, defect log, version control, release traceability and non-regression coordination.</li><li>Owns configuration status accounting and defect workflow discipline.</li><li>Can block uncontrolled releases or baseline deviations and escalate systemic defect issues.</li></ul>Key Interfaces<ul><li>Engineering Manager, Solution Engineering Manager, Requirements Manager, IVVQ Manager and T&amp;C Manager.</li><li>Work Package Leaders, suppliers, Installation Supervisors, Test Engineer and Document Controller.</li><li>Customer configuration/defect stakeholders where joint defect Governance applies.</li><li>Change/release reviews.</li><li>Test-readiness reviews.</li></ul>Authority &amp; Accountability<ul><li>Accountable for configuration baseline visibility and defect workflow integrity.</li><li>Authorised to reject uncontrolled changes, require defect evidence and escalate aged/high-severity defects.</li><li>Recommends release readiness but formal acceptance follows Project Governance.</li></ul>MandateProtect the Project from uncontrolled change and ensure defects are resolved with traceable evidence before acceptance.Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Configuration and defect management experience in systems integration, rail, software, IT/OT or safety-related Projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of version control, release management, asset configuration and defect analytics.</li><li>Ability to coordinate technical teams around evidence-based closure.</li><li>Resilience and resistance to stress during defect peaks, release pressure and commissioning windows.</li><li>Discipline, accuracy and strong escalation judgement.</li></ul>More than 5–7 years in configuration management, defect tools and release control.Working in Hitachi:Our employees are our most important asset and we provide an environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance and we offer a flexible hybrid work environment based on Working from home and office presence (40/60). Your manager will interact with you on a regular basis, ensuring you a career path that suits your needs and ambitions. Beside the traditional benefits like pension, 6 weeks of holidays, canteen etc., we also are proud of offering some good and very professional skilled colleagues.#LI-HG1Thank 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 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail</a>

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.

Configuration & Defect Manager

Location:Copenhagen, DenmarkJob ID: R0138864Date Posted:2026-07-20Company Name:Hitachi Rail Denmark A/SProfession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob 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:<h1>Configuration &amp; Defect Manager</h1>About the RoleConfiguration &amp; Defect Manager contributes to Hitachi’s responsibility to design, manage interfaces, and prepare the documentation needed for installation, test and placing in service approvals. Its specific contribution is to maintain baselines, defect log, version control, release traceability and non-regression coordination.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Define configuration and defect management processes, item structures, baselines, naming rules, severity/prioritisation model and reporting cadence.</li><li>Maintain records for hardware, software, firmware, drawings, settings, network devices, test scripts, documents and installed assets.</li><li>Run defect triage, ownership assignment, root-cause tracking, fix verification, retest evidence and closure Governance.</li><li>Coordinate releases and configuration changes with Engineering, IVVQ/T&amp;C, suppliers, Installation and Document Control.</li><li>Report open defects, baseline status, known limitations and acceptance-impacting configuration issues.</li><li>Apply the Hitachi Code of Conduct in role-specific decisions, including ethical escalation, anti-bribery discipline, confidentiality, data protection, fair supplier/customer conduct and transparent records.</li><li>Maintain baselines, defect log, version control, release traceability and non-regression coordination.</li><li>Owns configuration status accounting and defect workflow discipline.</li><li>Can block uncontrolled releases or baseline deviations and escalate systemic defect issues.</li></ul>Key Interfaces<ul><li>Engineering Manager, Solution Engineering Manager, Requirements Manager, IVVQ Manager and T&amp;C Manager.</li><li>Work Package Leaders, suppliers, Installation Supervisors, Test Engineer and Document Controller.</li><li>Customer configuration/defect stakeholders where joint defect Governance applies.</li><li>Change/release reviews.</li><li>Test-readiness reviews.</li></ul>Authority &amp; Accountability<ul><li>Accountable for configuration baseline visibility and defect workflow integrity.</li><li>Authorised to reject uncontrolled changes, require defect evidence and escalate aged/high-severity defects.</li><li>Recommends release readiness but formal acceptance follows Project Governance.</li></ul>MandateProtect the Project from uncontrolled change and ensure defects are resolved with traceable evidence before acceptance.Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Configuration and defect management experience in systems integration, rail, software, IT/OT or safety-related Projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of version control, release management, asset configuration and defect analytics.</li><li>Ability to coordinate technical teams around evidence-based closure.</li><li>Resilience and resistance to stress during defect peaks, release pressure and commissioning windows.</li><li>Discipline, accuracy and strong escalation judgement.</li></ul>More than 5–7 years in configuration management, defect tools and release control.Working in Hitachi:Our employees are our most important asset and we provide an environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance and we offer a flexible hybrid work environment based on Working from home and office presence (40/60). Your manager will interact with you on a regular basis, ensuring you a career path that suits your needs and ambitions. Beside the traditional benefits like pension, 6 weeks of holidays, canteen etc., we also are proud of offering some good and very professional skilled colleagues.#LI-HG1Thank 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 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail</a>

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