Senior product compliance engineer

Location:

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Job ID:

R0108736

Date Posted:

2025-10-24

Company Name:

HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

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:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Product Compliance Engineer 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 Pittsburgh, PA.

Accountabilities

We are looking for a Senior Product Compliance Engineer who will:

• Prepare the dossiers related to fire smoke regulations NFPA130

• Lead a small team of local junior Product Compliance Engineers

• Be in charge of the Compliance Analysis in accordance with the regulations that control hazardous substances in electrical/electronic equipment and lifecycle assessment

• Prepare dossiers relating to the regulation for the control of exports, brokering, technical assistance, transit and transfer of dual-use items (EU and US Regulations)

• Develop innovative methodologies to be applied as standards in the design process of products and solutions

Required Skills/Knowledge

• At least 5 years of experience in a product compliance related role

• Previous experience working as a team lead. Must have the ability to lead local junior Product Compliance Engineers.

• Knowledge of NFPA130 - Standard for fire protection for Rolling Stock

• Good knowledge about Life Cycle Assessment Methodologies

• Experience with and an understanding of information related to electrical/electronic/mechanical components

• Able to work autonomously and be proactive in the management of tasks

• Willing to work in an international team and environment

• Excellent communication skills

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering (preferable), Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or equivalent technical/scientific background

Languages
Knowledge of foreign language is welcome

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.

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