Regulatory Compliance & Safety Specialist

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 75,000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

In your role as a Regulatory Compliance & Safety Specialist, you will: 

• Collaborate with Alstom projects to ensure compliance with Federal drug & alcohol testing requirements across North America, namely 49 CFR Parts 40, 219 (FRA) and 655 (FTA).
• Manage and provide support to regulated projects to remain compliant with regulations.
• Provide regulatory updates and manage compliance for any changes in North American regulations, and advise the management team accordingly.
• Audit & Review to provide recommendations on Alstom's compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Provide support to product line safety initiatives. Strategize to effectively implement company processes across all projects.
• Audit and support projects to improve environmental, health and safety KPI’s.
• Support projects and tenders by providing regulatory guidance, safety audits and review of project deliverables, such as design specifications, project plans, and other technical documentation, as needed.
• Provide training to Alstom staff on drug and alcohol compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in transportation, engineering, or related field.  Master's degree level is preferred.
• Subject matter expertise in 49 CFR Parts 40, 219 (FRA) and 675 (FTA).
• Experience in North American railway regulation, agencies, or equivalent field (several years of experience preferred).
• Rail Safety related experience and certifications  (TSSP and/or PTSCTP) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal and state regulatory environment, including experience with the Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Transport Canada, and other regional and local authorities.
• Knowledge of rail transportation operations, technology, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Training skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

Alstom is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Effective 29 January 2021, Alstom completed the acquisition of Bombardier Transportation. This is a Bombardier Transportation Legal Entity Position - positions at Bombardier Transportation companies are all members of the Alstom Group.