Project Verification & Validation Engineer

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Purpose of the job:

• Take part to major developments by proving that the design is fit for its intended use, through implementation and execution of Verification, Integration and Test activities, fitting the targets in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery
• Detail and perform all the in-house activities in the scope of the V&V team, and interface experts delegated in other departments. Cooperate tightly with Test & Commissioning to ensure seamless integration and alignment between in-house and on-site testing activities and results. Interface with design teams to share and detail the results of V&V activities
• Agree with Verification & Validation Manager on strategy, scheduling and budget, and share progress, results and issues during execution

Reports directly to:

• V&V Department Head

Network & Links

Internal

• Project Team (Engineering, Safety, Reliability Availability Maintainability, Project test & Commissioning Manager…)

External

• Customers
• Suppliers
• Auditors

Main Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to the definition of the Project Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan, and act proactively for its implementation
• Define verification methodology for selected deliverables, when requested from V&V strategy
• Define test plans and test descriptions for in-house activities. Liaise with PrCOM for exported tests
• Perform and report on allocated verification, integration and test activities
• When Safety is involved, share and justify the results with Safety Assurance Manager to feed safety demonstration
• Interface with experts in other department to align on selected V&V activity methodology
• Represent Alstom in front of customers or partners, for instance to provide overview of test progress, issues, risks and opportunities
• Specify, procure, develop, setup and configure assets such as testbenches and instrumentation
• Provide data to maintain applicable KPIs
• Provide valuable feedback for REX sessions and continuous improvement
• Manage configuration and change management cycle related with V&V activities (simulation configuration, anomaly tracking, etc.)
• Follow-up with T&C for tests exported to site execution

Performance measurements:

• DQI (Delivery Quality Indicator)
• CPI (Coverage Progress Indicator)
• Cooperation and support to KPI Root Cause Analysis

Educational Requirements 

Mandatory:

• Graduated
• English, full proficient use

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in engineering or scientific topics

Experience

Mandatory:

• Good analytical skill is required
• Understanding and experience in Software coding
• Knowledge of at least one Alstom platform

Desirable

• Knowledge of more than one Alstom platform
• Design and data preparation processes understanding
• Engineering and system background

At least 2 years in relevant positions (systems / sub-systems integration, embedded equipment, electrotechnical product development) in a highly complex and normative environment (railway signaling, aerospace, defense, nuclear) would be a major asset

Competencies & Skills

• Open-minded
• (Self) entrepreneurial
• Problem setting and problem solving
• Sense of urgency
• Writing skills required: clarity, rigor and concision

Position based in Athens

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.