Job Description

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R0139829

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

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.

The electromechanical engineering intern supports the design teams in documentation, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical subsystems, working with senior engineers to develop, document, and validate hardware for production or R&D use.

• Assist in design and analysis of electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and fixtures using CAD and basic engineering judgement & calculations.

• Support equipment setup, testing, and data collection for prototypes, production hardware, or laboratory experiments.

• Build, assemble, and rework mechanical and electrical test setups (e.g., wiring, harnesses, brackets, simple jigs) under supervision.

• Document test procedures, test results, and design changes, including preparation of drawings, schematics, and reports. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure proper integration of mechanical and electrical components.

• Follow lab and shop safety procedures, including proper use of tools

• Support continuous improvement activities, such as updating work instructions, BOMs, or standard test methods.

• Fundamental understanding of mechanics, materials, and basic circuit theory.

• Ability to use common hand tools, measurement tools (calipers, multimeters, etc.), and basic lab equipment. ​

Required Skills and Experience

• Completed at least 2 years of undergraduate course

• Hands on knowledge with CAD software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, SolidEdge, CREO, etc.

• Exposure to data acquisition, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python for test automation or data analysis is a good to have

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to perform hands-on work.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• A Self-starter with the ability to work independently, multi-task, and collaborate with other functional areas

• Ability to conceptually grasp the “big picture” and apply critical thinking to resolve issues

• Attention to detail and curiosity to understand the criticality of activities

• Proficient in MS Office suite, with high proficiency in MS Excel

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

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Line Status: Open until filled

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers

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.

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