Configuration Manager

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.

Cairo, Egypt (On-Site)

Responsibilities:

- Implements the Configuration Management system for the project/product
- Ensures consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / product
- Participates in the analysis of contractual requirements for Configuration Management, prepares cost and time estimates during the bid and major project phases, and identifies associated risks
- Describes, implements and maintains the fundamental activities within the relevant Configuration Management Plan including:

- Configuration Management and Planning; Configuration Identification.
- Configuration Control; Configuration Status Accounting.
- Configuration verification and audit
- Manages the implementation of the PLM system for configuration management of the project/product including analysis of requirements; system configuration; customization; data loading and end-user training
- Provides technical leadership and solves complex problems as required
- Participates in creation of Product Breakdown Structure (PBS)
- Establishes Configuration Management (CM) baselines such as FBL, ABL or PBL
- Ensures proper use of PLM system and end to end implementation of the CM practices on the assigned Project/Product
- Provides support services to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles; escalate and complete (as much as possible) corrective actions in a timely fashion
- Responsible to maintain consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / product
- Coordinate with offshore configuration managers to imperilment policy and configuration.
- Specifies to sub-contractors and suppliers the CM requirements through Statement of Work and ensures the follow up of compliance to those requirements
- Liaises with other Hitachi Rail unit CM personnel involved in the project as well as with subcontractors/suppliers regarding project CM related issues
- Contributes to improvement initiatives of CM procedures and tools and overall development of the discipline, coaching of peers and new tool end-users
- Provides leadership to drive organizational change. In particular, partners with the engineering departments to provide advice and guidance for the adoption of new processes.
- May coordinate Configuration Administrators of the organization for the execution of CM system while responsible and accountable for the consistency of the related perimeter configuration information
- COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:_
- Well-developed verbal skills to interact effectively and professionally in a variety of forums,
- Coordinate communication and collaboration between various stakeholders such as engineers, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
- Well-developed writing skills to prepare effective reports, documents, etc. in a clear and concise format.
- Facilitate meetings and workshops to identify interface issues, resolve conflicts, and track progress.
- Provide regular updates to project management and stakeholders on interface-related activities and issues.
- SOFT SKILLS:_
- Fostering a collaborative and cooperative environment among all team members, promoting effective teamwork and problem-solving.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple interfaces concurrently.
- Maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the job and in relations with others.
- Requirements:_
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, or equivalent experience
- 10 years of experience in configuration management, preferably in Railway Industry experience (or similar) with understanding of the context for the job function: complex system development of infrastructure projects
- Experience with CM software and hardware and development processes
- Familiarity with commercial version control and problem reporting tools
- Knowledge of any of the following would be an asset: Microsoft Access, Visual Studio, DOORS, ClearCase/GIT, ClearQuest/JIRA, ERP (SAP)
- Strong expertise in installation hardware, wiring design, racks, and system integration.
- Experience with CAD tools and design software for installation drawings.
- Proven leadership experience in managing technical teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Proven experience in interface management for large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the transportation, construction, or rail industry.


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