Services Engineering Manager / Engineer

Req ID:372186 

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

Purpose of the Job:

 The Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) is the Engineering representative among project core team and has to manage engineering core team to reach its QCD commitment. He/she applies and promotes the Team, Trust & Action values of the company.

Reporting within the Organisation:
•    Hierarchically to the PrEM Manager
•    Functionally to the Project Manager (PM) during project duration

Tasks:
•    Managing all Engineering activities within a Project by delivering the Engineering Work Package in compliance with the Engineering QCD commitment. Managing, communicating and, if necessary, escalating on critical paths and issues linked to Engineering to the Project Manager / PrEM Manager / Métiers Managers.
•    Owning the Engineering work package and being responsible for the technical design implementation on vehicle level over the complete lifecycle of a project (i.e. from the design phase and homologation until end of defects liability period).
•    Ensuring that all requirements are met (e.g. implementation of customer specifications/homologation requirements/internal specifications) whilst taking into account experience from reference projects and preliminary investigations.
•    Preparation of/participation in meetings: e.g. presentation of the technical solution and approval of the specifications to the customer, presentation of the project including coordination of requirements with homologation authorities, escalation meetings (e.g. internally, at the customer/supplier) etc. This also includes the accountability for technical decisions taken with his/her team.
•    If necessary (e.g. in the event of an escalation), comparison of the requirements against available data (e.g. reference library/projects/designs). Identification of deviations (e.g. function, geometry, architecture, layout, parameters) including their evaluation (e.g. adjustment/change of certain technical features including risk assessment). Coordination with interfacing parties (e.g. other Engineering departments, Customers, Suppliers).
•    Coordination and definition of work packages (usually within engineering) within the given requirements (e.g. customer specifications, functional specifications, internal specifications, contractual requirements including product costs). Technical coordination at vehicle level from the start of the project until end, taking into account internal/external constraints (e.g. standards/laws, internal guidelines).
•    Responsible for the execution of Design Reviews and Engineering points within DFQ Gate Review checklists, provides to PM/ PrEM Manager his prognostic and puts in place necessary actions to mitigate a No Go risk.

Knowledge & Experience:
•    Degree in Engineering or state-certified technician
•    Several years of professional experience in rail vehicle design or a similar industry
•    Excellent technical understanding; knowledge of controlling, finance and experience in project management
•    Fluent English, verbal and written

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?  

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.