Signalling/System RAM Engineer

About the role

Hitachi Rail Portugal is looking for a Signalling/System RAM Engineer to join the RAM team of Hitachi Rail GTS in Portugal, based in Paço de Arcos. The role is full-time and hybrid, and the engineer acts as RAM Work Package Leader on signalling, communications or turnkey projects, urban and railway, within the Line of Business Signalling and Rail Solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Implement the RAM programme across the project lifecycle, managing forecast, planning and execution of RAM activities.
• Implement or coordinate RAM deliverables and studies using current techniques, standards and project requirements.
• Plan and support RAM activities and manage their budget forecast.
• Provide feedback to the design team from early project phases and ensure RAM parameters are demonstrated in operation.
• Perform Failure Mode and Effects Criticality Analysis, reliability modelling (RBDs, FTA, Markov Chains, Petri Nets) and life cycle cost analysis.
• Carry out reliability predictions according to IEC 61709:2017, MIL-HDBK 217F, FIDES and similar standards.
• Apply the FRACAS process and ensure suppliers receive appropriate RAM requirements.
• Manage interfaces with departments, suppliers, partners and clients, and develop RAM standard processes.
• Coordinate with the Project RAMS Manager and report to the Head of RAM function.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of experience in RAMS.
• Background in reliability engineering for products or systems in industries such as railway or aerospace.
• Engineering degree or equivalent technical background.

Required skills

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Isograph or equivalent software is an advantage.