About Hitachi Rail 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 multicultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there is something for everyone to get stuck into. Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) Role Overview The Safety Specialist is responsible for the execution of Safety Engineering activities in accordance with the company's process, applicable industry standards and best practices.Engaging with a variety of train control technologies within an existing project portfolio that employs legacy analogue equipment, to the challenge of working on state‑of‑the‑art autonomous control harnessing the latest digital applied science, components and techniques. Key Responsibilities Ensure that the Safety Engineering activities are executed in accordance with the company's process, applicable industry standards and best practices. Perform hazard identification studies (HAZID, HAZOP), hazard analyses (PHA, SHA, OSHA, FTA), safety analyses (FFMEA, FMECA, FSA) and hazard management. Define safety requirements; analyze and evaluate design compliance with safety requirements and safety principles. Review the adequacy and completeness of the safety evidences and produce the corresponding Safety Case artifacts. Work as part of an integrated project team, promoting the company's safety policy and best practices. Report directly to the Manager, RAMS Engineering and liaise with the Chief Safety Architect. Key Requirements B.Sc. in Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical role in train control systems or automation in other industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, medical or nuclear. Good understanding of systems engineering, software engineering and functional safety. Knowledge of system safety lifecycle, system requirements definition, safety design concepts (system and software), safety and risk analysis. Experience with safety standards (CENELEC, IEC, IEEE, MIL), best practices, safety methods and techniques (HAZID, HAZOP, PHA, SHA, OSHA, FTA, FMEA/FMECA, FSA) and hazard management. Good technical writing skills, excellent communication and analytical skills; excellent command of the English language, both written and oral. Preferred Qualifications M.Sc. in Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Experience with railway signalling systems, train control systems, fixed and moving block signalling principles, relay‑based and/or computer‑based interlocking design. Knowledge of Communications‑Based Train Control (CBTC) and/or Solid‑State Interlocking (SSI). Member of Professional Engineer of Ontario (PEO) or Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE). Compensation & Benefits Total Compensation Range (Base Salary + Annual Incentive plan): $99,876 - $128,249. Health, Dental and Vision plans – 100% of premiums are company‑paid. Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, without vesting period. Company‑paid holidays – 3 weeks of vacation, holiday closure, personal emergency leave days and sick days. Maternity/Parental/Adoption top‑up pay. Annual Incentive plan. Company‑provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr