Department Head Signalling Project Engineering Manager (m/d/f)

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, 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 full-time D&IS Domain Leader Project Engineering Manager (f/m/d) in Berlin we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

Ernst-Reuter-Platz 6, in the heart of Berlin, is home to Alstom's DACH regional headquarters. Up to 500 colleagues of more than 40 nationalities work here, focusing on project management, business development, and regional strategy, with a special emphasis on rail digitalisation. Our product line Digital & Integrated Systems (D&IS) answers worldwide mobility challenges for passengers and freight transportation through digitalisation. Our D&IS colleagues in Berlin are focussing on upgrading the LZB/PZB systems to the European Train Control System (ETCS). You’ll report to Vincent Blateau and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

Germany is preparing the rollout of digital technology for its entire rail network and fleets. 12,000 vehicles are to be upgraded with the state-of-the-art ETCS and ATO technology. As Project Engineering Manager Vehicle Integration, you will define and put in place optimized ways of working for the required rolling stock changes. Indeed, a major part of the project is the upgrade of the vehicle itself to interface with the new digital system. An efficient way of working will be a key part of Alstom success for the Rollout of ETCS and ATO technology in Germany.

We’ll look for you to :

•    Manage (hierarchical) of the project engineering managers, in charge of signalling projects (retrofit and newbuilt) of ETCS on-board.
•    Ensure on time delivery, in budget and quality to the customer.
•    Lever on the Alstom standard products, developed in Belgium and deployment processes.

Would you like to take a broad responsibility and master challenging tasks? Do you want to make a contribution to sustainable mobility? In this position you will coordinate engineering activities in the project and represent Alstom as a technical contact person towards the customer. Your internal interfaces include the Alstom signaling competence centers in Belgium, France and Italy.

All About You

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

•    Successfully completed university degree in a technical subject (rail vehicle technology, electrical engineering or similar)
•    Several years of experience in technical project management
•    Proven experience in the field of signaling technology, preferably for PZB, LZB, ETCS - Trainborne or Trackside
•    Power of persuasion and self-confidence in an international environment
•    You convince as a communicative and assertive personality with diplomatic skills.
•    Fluency in written and spoken English and German
•    Very good communication and team skills
•    Ability to prioritize and structure
•    Willingness to travel in the European environment

Things You’ll Enjoy

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’ll also:

•    Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
•    Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)
•    Work in our modern headquarter at Ernst-Reuter-Platz with excellent public transportation access
•    Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
•    Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries 
•    Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes 
•    Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
•    Access to corporate benefits 

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!

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.