Senior Test & Validation Engineer

Location: Naples, Campania, Italy

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Location:

Naples, Campania, Italy

Job ID:

R0148694

Date Posted:

2026-11-04

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail S.p.A.

Profession (Job Category):

Other

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid

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:

Job description

Hitachi Rail STS is looking for a self-motivated Senior Test & Validation Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from technical to management. The position is based in Naples Italy. The job is combination of office work and tests execution on board (Metro, Tram and Train).

Accountabilities

- Guarantee the definition of Routine and Type Test Procedures, Test Plan and Test program and the implementation and the management of validation activities on the vehicles according to:

Engineering, Homologation, and to Company processes, guidelines and international standards.

- Ensure Interface with Design Engineering project team, manufacturing, RAMS and Safety team.
- Ensure the delivery of the Validation report.
- Ensure delivery of vehicles in compliance with Customer requirements, in accordance with project schedule.

Required Skills/Knowledge

- Experience in Railway industries and / or testing activities is required.
- Knowledge of instrumentation and measurement system is preferred.
- Eager to work in an international environment.
- Skills in Microsoft Windows operating system and Pack Office.
- Knowledge of Cycle V models.
- Availability to travel worldwide and work in night shifts.
- Effective collaboration in networks across businesses and functions
strong communication & interpersonal skills.


Education

Degree in Electrical / Automation / Electronic / Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Technical Background.

Languages

Fluent in English.

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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.

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