Hitachi Rail

Hitachi Rail is a prominent player in the rail transport industry, with a history that began in 1921. Headquartered in London, the company employs around 24,000 people across more than 50 countries and generates revenues exceeding €7 billion. Hitachi Rail specializes in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of rolling stock, including high-speed trains, commuter trains, and metro cars. The company is recognized for its expertise in high-speed rail systems, particularly the Japanese Shinkansen series, and offers advanced signaling solutions like the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS). With manufacturing facilities in Japan, Italy, and the United States, Hitachi Rail is expanding its presence in the U.S. market, including plans for a new assembly plant for Washington DC’s metro system. Its commitment to innovation is evident in its use of advanced technologies and a diverse product portfolio that supports public and private railway operators worldwide. Hitachi Rail aims to enhance sustainable mobility through its superior technology and corporate values of harmony, sincerity, and pioneering spirit.

Transportation/trucking/railroad London, United Kingdom Founded 1999 ~3,517 employees

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Employees
3,517
+1.9% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$2M
Revenue ~$7B
12-month attrition
7.8%
Tech: 8.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
28
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Hitachi Rail went from 1,993 employees in Jul 2023 to 3,517 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 253 people joined, 116 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,613
Engineering1,273
Operations225
Finance114
HR89
Sales82
Success59
Marketing36

Salaries at Hitachi Rail

All salaries

5 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering84
Operations15
Consulting5
Executive5
HR2

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 28 filings.

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Hitachi Rail FAQ

How many employees does Hitachi Rail have?

Hitachi Rail has about 3,517 employees, up 1.9% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Hitachi Rail sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Hitachi Rail filed 28 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Hitachi Rail's revenue per employee?

Hitachi Rail makes about $1.99M in revenue per employee, based on $7B annual revenue and 3,517 employees.

How much does Hitachi Rail pay?

6figr has 5 salary profiles for Hitachi Rail in the US and 1 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Hitachi Rail salaries page. See Hitachi Rail salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.