Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical

Req ID:485333 

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.

Could you be the Methods engineer at Ballarat, we are looking for?

Alstom are seeking a Methods engineer to join our rolling stock manufacturing site at Ballarat, Victoria to help us produce X'trapolis 2.0 trains for Melbourne!

Your future role:

• Support production team to achieve the manufacturing targets by means of methods deliverables like Work Instructions, tooling, method time analysis, ergonomics study, and problem solving.

• Improve the manufacturing process by means of lean and continuous improvement techniques to reach KPIs related to Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery.
• Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of special processes on site.

You will be responsible to:

• Develop the necessary industrial deliverables for production: Work instruction sheets, Lift plans, Standard Operating Procedure 
• Perform Method time analysis (time study) to reduce NVAs and meet production cost targets.
• Provide industrial support in production by means of technical clarification, problem solving and liaising with the train design team to meet delivery commitments.
• Perform task sequence studies to optimize the balance of the resources on the shop floor. 
• Support rework and retrofit activities by means of technical support and field modification instructions.
• Perform continuous improvements in manufacturing processes by lean methodology
• Participate in and conduct work-station audits, and work towards closure of open points.
• Design small template/ tools in CATIA V5 for process improvements.
• Provide tooling inputs and write technical specifications for complex tools-jigs/fixtures.
• Perform ergonomic analysis for the manufacturing operations, derive and follow up on action plans.
• Lead problem solving using 8D and QRQC tools for critical production issues.
• Be a single point of contact and develop as an expert on one of the special processes.
• Define and impart training for assigned special processes to production team members.

All about you:

We value passion and attitude over experience. That is why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we have listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• University degree in engineering (preferably in mechanical / production / industrial engineering)
• Three (3) years of experience in methods/ industrial role.
• Good communication skills in English and other required language(s) according to the job location.
• Experience and knowledge of working with 3D CAD software.
• Experience in working with teams across different sites and cultures.

Join us on a life-long, transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You will also enjoy:

• Free gym membership
• Purchase annual leave and novated leasing schemes.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award winning learning.
• Stability, challenges and a long-term career enabling you to steer you progression in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.

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.

Job Type:​Experienced​