Signaling Design Intern (Fall 2026, 8-12 months)
Hitachi•Toronto, ON
•CA$23 - CA$30•Hybrid
About The Position
This is an internship/co-op position for a Signaling Design Intern, lasting 8-12 months, starting in September 2026 and ending in August 2027. The intern will perform system operation activities independently or under supervision to deliver high-quality, safe guideway designs on time and at the lowest cost. The role involves working within a team to assist in the design of a system that meets overall system requirements. Hitachi Rail is a global leader in digital transformation and technology, working on innovative and sustainable solutions.
Requirements
- Working towards a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Electrical/Computer/Systems Engineering degree or equivalent.
- Comfortable using AI tools such as Visual Studio, Copilot.
- Fluent in English - both written and oral communication skills.
- Able to work full time (40 hours) for the agreed work term with a minimum of 2 days (16 hours) in the Toronto office.
Nice To Haves
- Software development experience in C++.
- Experience with scripting or programming skills in languages such as Python, Perl.
- Exposure to specification-driven hardware and software systems design or associated tools (DOORS)/Polarion.
- Familiar with mechanical and dynamic motion analysis is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Perform system analysis, modeling and simulation to specify the system performance and verify the train control systems.
- Assist in analyzing train characteristics and safety requirements to define the safe braking model.
- Assist in analyzing guideway to define requirements for headway (passenger waiting time), safe train separation, interlocking requirements, new guideway elements & guideway designs to resolve operational conflicts.
- Assist in delivering the project guideway application data, signal plan, crossover coordinates, track maps and guideway database to software groups.
- Ensure the guideway design is implemented in accordance with applicable standards and signaling principles.
- Interface and build working relationships with software/test groups to ensure timely analysis to resolution of in-house and field test issues.
- Development, implementation and maintenance of relevant tools whether procured / internally developed.
- Assist marketing in the preparation simulations to support technical proposals.
- Accurately report work progress and estimate to complete against work assigned.
Benefits
- Intern Orientation
- Online Onboarding Curriculum
- Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance
- Real-world projects with top industry talent
- Paid internship
- Paid vacation
- Hybrid work model
- A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation that helps support sustainable future
- Networking opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Social Intern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events
- Business Intern Events: Intern Showcase & Graduation ceremony
- Company Social Events: Holiday Party, Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
