Hw Designer

Description Progress Rail Signaling Spa is looking for an enthusiastic and self‑motivated Hardware Designer. The position is based in Italy and is open to our office in Pistoia. Who We Are Founded in 1958 in Pistoia, Italy, as ECM, Progress Rail Signaling Spa has been servicing the railway infrastructure for well over sixty years in a constant pursuit of innovation and cutting‑edge technology. Leader in producing power supply units for railway and stations, signalling systems with LED technology, Automatic Train Protection Systems, ERTMS both trackside and trainborne subsystems. Its Computer Based Interlocking system is a powerhouse of scalability and flexibility, managing hundreds of miles of railway from one central control room. Progress Rail Signaling, part of Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, offers complete signaling solutions under the ECM brand for any railway infrastructure need all over the world. Job Purpose The business environment relies heavily on hardware for many functions inside automated traffic control systems, and the Hardware Engineers are pivotal in the development of components that provide real solutions. A Hardware Engineer needs to address the entire hardware development lifecycle – to analyze the needs, and then design, test and develop hardware in order to meet those needs. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Hardware Components Design – design new products and maintain all digital electrical boards and/or analog circuits, components and interconnects for ECM Field Equipment Components (FEC). Evaluate new software and hardware during deployment to ensure smooth functioning of system. Develop and implement product designs and provide support to production, ensuring compliance to time‑frame, quality and cost targets. Manage technical aspects and monitor efficient deployment of new technologies and systems, following the SIL4 development process, as prescribed by EN 50126 and 50129 disposition. Test and Document Progress – test components and modify them as necessary, documenting fixes and alterations to create a record. Coordinate with product development teams to perform Design for Testability (DFT) on design cycle. Collaborate with colleagues – receive input and advice from software engineers and others involved in designing and testing; work together to reduce bugs. Collaborate with cross‑functional design teams such as hardware, mechanical and software. Collaborate with outsourced validation and manufacturing partners to ensure timely supply of systems and devices as per specification. Coordinate with client’s engineering team and management to ensure efficiency. Experience and Qualifications Strong background in Electronic Engineering; a bachelor's degree in electronic engineering or a similar discipline (master’s degree can increase prospects). Adroit communicator capable of conveying instructions in verbal and written forms. Hardware engineering software tools knowledge (Altium Designer, Orcad, Cadence Allegro). Programming languages (C, C++). Hardware description languages (Verilog). Operating system software (Linux and UNIX). Electronics tools (oscilloscopes, frequency analyzer, testers, etc.). Outstanding all‑round communication skills and ability to work collaboratively. Good English knowledge (B2). Working with us Our people are at the heart of what we do at PRS. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. Working for you – Benefits Contemporary work‑life balance policies. Training programs. Join us If you are seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress, join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you Equal Opportunity Statement Progress Rail Signaling is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Diversity and Inclusion Certifications Progress Rail Signaling Spa has obtained UNIPdR125:2022 Certification on Gender Equity, SA8000 and UNI ISO 30415:2021 Diversity & Inclusion Certification. Follow us We would be delighted if you would be one of our Followers at Privacy Notice We invite all candidates to visit our website and our Privacy Notice on: #J-18808-Ljbffr