Location:
Potenza, Basilicata, Italy
Job ID:
R
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL STS S.P.A.
Profession (Job Category):
Other
Job Schedule:
Tempo pieno
Remote:
No
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:
The
Component Engineer
is responsible for standardizing, selecting, validating, and managing components, ensuring they meet quality, cost, regulatory, and availability requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and unify standardized component requirements and material specifications across global products and projects to ensure consistency and quality
Proactively mitigate supply chain risks by monitoring obsolescence, shortages, and identifying suitable alternatives
Analyze technical specifications, interpret test results, select and qualify components by component and/or product technical specifications
Provide technical guidance and support to supply chain, project and manufacturing teams
Provide technical expertise by identifying, assessing, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure consistency and quality
Manage documentation, including datasheets, end-of-life notices, and change histories
Ensure components meet applicable internal and external regulations and quality standards
Investigate component issues, perform failure analysis, and establish corrective actions
Work closely with design engineers to select parts that meet performance requirements, while considering availability, cost and compliance, helping prevent delays, and costly redesign




Adhere to safety and quality guidelines and company policies
Must have the ability to
Read and interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and schematics
Adhere to core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for actions and compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements
Prepare detailed engineering reports and documentation
Manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
Understand team metrics and factors affecting
Understand processes and provide ideas for improvement
Quickly learn and adapt to new engineering design tools and technologies
Work both independently with minimal supervision and as a collaborative team member across various cultures and geographies
Lift or lower items weighing < 24lbs (10.9kg) and Push or Pull efforts < 42lbs (19kg)
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline with minimum 3 years of relevant experience or, a 2-year degree in Electronics with minimum 5 years of relevant experience or, equivalent education with minimum 5 years of relevant experience
In-depth knowledge of electrical, electronics, electromechanical and mechanical parts, including component selection, evaluation, testing, and material specification
Demonstrated understanding of form, fit, function equivalency for multiple-source components and application acceptability
Experience with 2D/3D CAD modeling tools as well as Product Lifecyle Management systems
Great attention to detail as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
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.
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📌 Component Engineer (Potenza)
🏢 Hitachi
📍 Potenza