About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027 based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You will work in a hybrid capacity to support component engineering processes within our rail systems division.
What you'll do#
- Work with engineering, quality, procurement, and manufacturing teams to set up component engineering processes.
- Review design BOMs and conduct part lifecycle analysis.
- Develop strategies and alternative technical solutions with R&D to minimize supply chain risks.
- Manage and monitor component obsolescence using internal IT tools.
- Resolve Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and End of Life component issues.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation.
- Recommend test strategies for requalification.
- Implement component-related problem reporting and design changes while working with hardware engineering staff.
- Carry out risk management strategies to address current and future obsolescence.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Electrical or Electronic Engineering program at a 4-year university.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and December 2028.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full time, paid internship.
About Hitachi
Hitachi is a global company based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates across four sectors including digital systems, energy, mobility, and connective industries. The firm integrates information technology and operational technology to manage industrial systems and infrastructure. It maintains a workforce of over 280,000 employees across more than 140 countries.
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