Junior Mechanical Engineer

Location:
Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy
Job ID:
R0132271
Date Posted:
2026-05-26
Company Name:
Hitachi Rail S.p.A.
Profession (Job Category):
Other
Job Schedule:
Full time
Work Arrangement:

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:
Description
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks within our Rolling Stock Engineering Department. The position is based in Pistoia or Napoli - IT.
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.

Accountabilities
The main accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

- Prepare System Requirements Specifications (SyRS) for mechanical components

- Analyze and assess technical proposals from Suppliers

- Prepare and verify mechanical installation/integration drawings/specifications

- Conduct design reviews (both internal and with suppliers) for the assigned work package, under the supervision of relevant Engineering Managers and Project Engineers

- Attend at system stand-alone type test and review of type test reports

- Support manufacturing, testing and validation phases

- Review design documentation with customers and suppliers

- Prepare structural drawings (carbody shell, bogie frames, mechanical components)

- Prepare equipment layout and mechanical routing drawings

- Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM)

- Ensure compliance with input requirements, international railway regulations and standards and project constraints (time, cost, quality)

- Prepare the required documentation for vehicle approval and support the homologation phase
Required Skills/ Knowledge

- Basic knowledge of mechanical disciplines (installation, interfaces, component design, etc.)

- Basic knowledge of design verification and validation methodologies

- Basic knowledge of mechanical CAD systems (Catia or Creo preferred)

- Basic knowledge of piping systems, fittings and joint design methodologies

- Basic knowledge of noise/vibration modelling and assessment of mechanical components

- Basic knowledge of welded structure design rules and standards (EN 15085)

- Basic knowledge of PLM systems (Windchill preferred)

- Good knowledge of office automation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, international and multicultural environment

- Good organizational skills, alongside team-working, problem-solving and results-driven mindset

- Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, partners, customers)

- Ability to work within project teams under minimal supervision

- Availability for occasional short-term national and international business trips
Desired Skills/ Knowledge

- Minimum experience (1-2 years) in the Railway sector or in complex industrial environments

- Basic knowledge of main railway regulations and standards

- Basic knowledge of IBM DOORS requirements management tool

- Basic knowledge of engineering processes and railway operations

- Basic knowledge of railway vehicles running dynamics performance assessment

- Fast learner with strong willingness to stay up to date with technological developments

- Good business acumen combined with solid technical skills

- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Education/Qualifications
Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical disciplines mandatory).
Languages
Knowledge of written and spoken English (at least B2 level).

“Alla posizione si applica il vigente CCNL per l’industria metalmeccanica privata e l’installazione di impianti, con inquadramento nel livello B1, ai sensi della relativa disciplina di classificazione del personale.”
Proponiamo una retribuzione annua lorda compresa tra 33.000 € e 38.000 €.

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Thank 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   https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .

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 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Thank 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   https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .

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 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail