Telecom Design Specialist

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Telecom Design Specialist 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 Oakland, CA.

Accountabilities:

• Plan, execute, monitor and control Design, configuration, test and commissioning activities for the telecommunication system according to the overall program schedule.
• Interface with Customer and Managers on design and commissioning status
• Maintain an open action items list and produce effective reporting.
• Perform and be accountable for verification and validation activities starting in the factory until system hand over
• Configure Radio Systems
• Configure Networks
• Supervise installations of Fiber Optic Cabling Systems and data communications systems
• Perform site surveys on railroad property to lay out basic equipment.
• Commissioning, Optimization and testing of Radio, network and fibers.
• May serve as onsite main contact
• May serve as the site leader for communications

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5 up to 10 years of working experience
• 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.
• Working knowledge of Complex Networks design, both wired and wireless
• Experience with network architecture design
• Working Knowledge of network design patterns, constraints and protocols (CCNA or equivalent certification preferred)
• Working knowledge of Switching and Routing protocols
• Working knowledge of wireless communications in demanding scenarios
• 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

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of telecoms systems for the railway industry
• Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology Qualifications/ University Degree
• From 2+ years of Railway System Engineering expertise

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering area or equivalent technical background

In accordance with the DOT's FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi's substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.
The salary range for this position is $108,00- $162,00 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate's experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits:
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & 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.