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.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Commissioning Engineer – System Integration who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

This position will be offered as a 12‑month max‑term contract (with options).

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator who can simplify complex data and insights for senior stakeholders, enabling clear decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

Project Work

- Perform the Lab Integration for full End to End ETCS solutions including target and virtual environment based on the T&C; facilities.
- Perform System End-to-End testing.
- Perform Site Integration testing with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare integration testing specification and testing report.
- Report the issues found during the testing based on RTC.
- Assist the Team Lead/Commissioning Manager in preparing testing documentation, such as Commissioning Plan, Migration Plan, Test Plans and Testing Procedures.
- Willing to travel within Australia (i.e. Brisbane/Sydney/Perth) as required by the Projects.

Testing and Commissioning





- Participate in the testing and commissioning of railway in Control Centre and Onboard.
- Participate in system integration activities on Site and in T&C; lab.
- Assist in fault identification during set-to-work activities and during testing and commissioning.

Reporting

- Attend project progress meetings as and when required.
- Prepare progress reports for appropriate activities.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for testing and commissioning activities.
- Support manufacturing and installation activities as required, including monitoring progress.

Occupational Health and Safety

- Ensure all activities comply with applicable OH&S; laws.
- Ensure all activities comply with Company OH&S; policies and procedures.
- Ensure all safety incidents are reported and followed up using Company OH&S; procedures.

Skills & Experience

- Tertiary qualification, trade qualification or equivalent – preferred.
- Major in Computer Science and Engineering – required.
- 3+ years' experience in the rail industry.
- Experience with safety systems equipment and environment.
- Experience in ETCS or CBTC deployment – preferred.
- Experience in system integration, testing and commissioning roles.
- Experience with test automation tools or scripts (e.g. Python).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Knowledge of ERP and configuration management tools.
- Knowledge of CENELEC standards.
- Knowledge of planning and budget estimation.

What we offer

- Be part of a Global Company that offers a excellent work life balance.
- Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.
- Salary Continuance Insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 worldview. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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📌 Commissioning Engineer - System Integration (Brisbane)
🏢 Hitachi Rail
📍 Brisbane