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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 for an enthusiastic self-motivated Telecommunications Solution Architect who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in downtown Toronto, Ontario.

Telecommunications Solution Architect and Integration Manager responsible for the design of end-to-end communication solutions across onboard, station, wayside and control-centre environments. The scope includes PA, PIS/PVIS, APIS, ACEDIS, CCTV, IP networks, radio, telephony, intercom, access control, passenger counting, master clock and associated management and control systems.

Key responsibilities :

• Requirements analysis, solution architecture, system design, technical compliance and coordination with customers, operators, engineering teams, suppliers, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.

• Leading interface management activities across communication subsystems and external systems, including the identification, definition and documentation of functional, physical, electrical, network and software interfaces. This includes protocols, data flows, IP addressing, timing and synchronization, cybersecurity requirements, interface ownership, responsibility allocation and the preparation and maintenance of Interface Control Documents.

• The role also ensures design consistency, technical alignment and integration readiness across onboard, station, wayside and control-centre domains, supporting the resolution of interface issues and technical design decisions. The scope may be extended in the future to include system integration and commissioning support.

Accountabilities
Plan and execute design, configuration, test and commissioning activities
Familiar with SOWs either subcontracted or delivered in house in a leadership or contributor capacity
Identify, analyze and manage requirements
Identify and resolve interfaces internal and external to the Telecommunication System (e.g. Signaling, Rolling Stock, etc.)
Architect and Integrate medium-complex telecommunications systems with particular attention to Networking and Radio technologies
Prepare Conceptual, Preliminary, Detailed and Installation Design for each Telecoms subsystem
Participate in products selection
Create Bill of Materials and support Purchasing Department to order equipment in particular for the Wired and Wireless telecommunications networks
Comfortable with medium to large size projects.

Required Skills and Experience
8-10 years of experience in Telecom engineering

Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, terminology and trends in communications engineering including the fields of radio frequency allocations, electromagnetic wave propagation, and radio frequency field strength measurements and tolerances.
Knowledge of fiber optics, computers, digital communications processors, servers, programming, applications, software, and hardware related to radio communications.
Exposure to Passenger Information Systems technologies.
Extensive working knowledge of Complex Networks design, both wired and wireless
Extensive experience with network architecture design
Working Knowledge of network design patterns, constraints and protocols (CCNP or equivalent certification required)
Working knowledge of Switching and Routing protocols
Working knowledge of wireless communications in demanding scenarios
Prior Experience with RAMS deliverable
Prior experience managing small-medium sized projects and project teams
Excellent ability to use sophisticated test equipment including multi-meters, oscilloscopes and a spectrum analyzer.
Working knowledge of Test and commissioning processes
Skilled in handling electric, electronic, and mechanical drawings and schematics
Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communications skills and ability to communicate complex technical information

Education / Qualifications

Knowledge of telecommunications systems for the railway industry
Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology Qualifications/ University Degree

> Ontario P.Eng highly desirable.

2 to 5 years of Railway System Engineering expertise

Clear Criminal Background Check required

Languages

English Proficiency

Salary Range: CAD$119,900 to CAD$ 179,800.

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 Railemployees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance,a RetirementSavings 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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