System Test Engineer

In this exciting role as a System Test Engineer, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager - Sustainability & Support, you will be responsible for new product test definition and specification, qualification testing and analysis of the results.

The role will be based at the Hitachi Rail Stoneham Place, Eastleigh office, moving to a hybrid arrangement upon completion of probation. Within this role there will be a requirement for the successful candidate to travel to other Hitachi UK sites on occasion, with limited, less frequent international travel.

Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:

• Writing test specifications from product requirements and specifications to cover firmware and hardware test.


• Execution of new product qualification testing.


• Support Design for Test (DFT) and Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities in new product development projects.


• Analyse test data, produce test reports and recommend areas for product design and process improvements for improved production yield and in-service reliability.


• Support investigations into in-service failures: analysis & screening of in-service data, troubleshooting of returned material, detailed root cause analysis and investigations.


• Other duties not included above, but which will be consistent with the role outlined., At Hitachi Rail you will find a passionate and collaborative environment. We operate according to our values of Harmony, Sincerity and Pioneering Spirit. As such, we work closely as a team and empower our colleagues to take ownership and become creative in our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in the contribution we make to society and we always act with integrity and fairness towards our customers, suppliers and colleagues.
  
  It is our expectation that successful applicants should be able to demonstrate all of the essential experience and skills listed below:


Essential

• Experience in development and delivery of detailed test programmes inclusive of:

+ writing test specifications from product requirements and specifications
+ design and build of bespoke test equipment;

• Experience in testing and analysis of complex electromechanical systems with an understanding of both mechanical and electronic failure modes and issues.


• An excellent understanding across a broad range of fundamental scientific principles - Vibration and needs to have a broad understanding of all aspects.


• A self-motivated, self-starter able to carry responsibility and understand the need for and demonstrate a sense of urgency.


• Very good oral and written communication, presentation and team skills.


• Exceptional problem-solving skills.


Desirable

• Qualification in Engineering or closely related discipline or demonstratable experience in role.


• Experience of Vibration/shock testing and accelerated life testing


• Experience in complex analysis of large data sets inclusive of development of software tools (e.g. MatLab, Python, etc) for manipulation, presentation and interpretation of data


• Experience of planning and managing projects.
  
  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.


Everything we do here is full of life. And we're committed to developing infrastructure that benefits even more people. From the iconic bullet train in Japan, to sustainable metro systems in Europe and inspiring the next generation in North America. We're connecting, evolving, protecting and investing in even more. And there's so much for you to get involved in, learn from, and flourish doing.

We offer a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement as well as a generous benefits package. This includes a pension scheme with contributions up to 9%, health insurance, and many more perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.