Configuration Management Specialist

About UsA 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.Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)We are looking for a Configuration Management Specialist to join our growing team at Toronto.You will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Configuration Management functions in assigned projects/products, to assure consistency in application of Configuration Management principles and change control processes over the lifecycle of a project/product.Key ResponsibilitiesImplements the Configuration Management system for the project/productEnsures consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / productParticipates in the analysis of contractual requirements for Configuration Management, prepares cost and time estimates during the bid and major project phases, and identifies associated risksDescribes, 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 auditManages 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 trainingProvides technical leadership and solves complex problems as requiredParticipates in creation of Product Breakdown Structure (PBS)Establishes Configuration Management (CM) baselines such as FBL, ABL or PBLPerform, Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), Software Configuration Audits (SCA) and software build verification on software releasesEnsures proper use of PLM system and end to end implementation of the CM practices on the assigned Project/Product as well as coaching of the project team members on CM principals and use of PLMProvides support services to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles; escalate and complete (as much as possible) corrective actions in a timely fashionResponsible to maintain consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / product both in Country of Origin (COO) and Country of Destination (COD)Specifies to sub-contractors and suppliers the CM requirements through Statement of Work and ensures the follow up of compliance to those requirementsLiaises with other Hitachi Rail unit CM personnel involved in the project as well as with subcontractors/suppliers regarding project CM related issuesContributes to the improvement initiatives of CM procedures and tools and overall development of the discipline, coaching of peers and new tool end-usersProvides 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 informationRequired Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experienceA minimum 5 years' experience in monitoring Systems, Software/Hardware development through a direct role in CM, within Engineering or transverseExtensive knowledge and experience of CM practices and principlesExperience with CM software and hardware and development processesStrong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skillsFamiliarity with commercial version control and problem reporting toolsGood written and verbal communication skills to allow effective communication with both technical and non-technical teamsPreferred Skills and ExperienceWorking experience with PLM systems (preferred Windchill/Palma)Railway Industry experience (or similar) with understanding of the context for the job function : complex system developmentKnowledge of any of the following would be an asset: Microsoft Access, Visual Studio, DOORS, ClearCase/GIT, ClearQuest/JIRA, ERP (SAP)Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. 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