Power Supply T&C Engineer

Req ID:408776 

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

Key accountabilities:

• Power supply design (including deliverables listed in the Documentation Master List (DML), Bill Of Material (BOM) and Failed Axle Testing (FAT) procedures) based on dimensioning specifications and/or calculations

• Definition / calculation of power needs by level and type of voltages
• Calculation of cable sizes according to the electrical regulations (applicable in the country of the projects)
• Specification of the external performances with the aim of optimizing the global solution of the system, offering competitive advantages
• Identification of the principal interfaces that has to be controlled during the realization of a contract, consistency management
• Industrial implementation

• Analysis of the impacts/gaps of specific local standards
• To check and to give the first approval about the Power Supply T&C’s equipment making sure that the installed equipment are tested in conformity with the test plan, standards and procedures, in compliance with the contractual obligations, the QA/QC system and the Time Schedule in place and forecasted cost
• To check the Testing & Commissioning program and discuss with his manager and subcontractors about the feasibility and the best way to execute
• To check all the instruments that the subcontractors or Alstom Team will use, if they are in good conditions and safety for the test
• Follow-up the Site Quality Plan defined at site on testing activity to control and master the Coordination of the teams, the Testing Process and guarantees the contractual requirements (checking and controls)
• To ensure that the subcontractors equipment used to execute the tests is conforming to the local legislation.
• To ensure the subcontractors present and maintain on site the validity of the certificates (checking reports, gauging) of the equipment, instruments and tools used for the tests
• Report to the T&C Power Supply Manager and/or the Project Manager of all major events and decisions, which can have a major impact on the site activity, and/or the general progress of the project. Propose the relevant measures of conservation
• Make sure that the subcontractor’s team members have the required abilities
• Check that the follow-up of the subcontractor’s measuring equipment, used during the tests, is made according to the quality clauses of the contract. To Check the compliance and certificates of the testing equipment
• Return of Experience and capitalization
• Processes deployment
• Contractors’ selection and validation of the contractor deliverables (including suppliers technical offers)
• Power Supply budget management (estimation and commitment in tender phase, expenses monitoring in project phase)
• Sustaining the Power Supply Reference Library

Requirements:

• Diploma in Advanced Technician or Diploma of Higher Education, up to Engineer in Electrical domain
• Experience of principal architectures and components (including UPS and battery) and their use
• Able to read and understand the electrical drawings (eg wirings) and associated mechanical drawings (eg Power supply cubicles)
• Read and comprehension electrical schematic diagrams checking the functionality and if necessary propose small modifications or change within Engineer Team
• Special knowledge about electrical instruments of measurement as megohmmeter, oscillograph, HV tester, ground tester, protection relays tester/software and contacts resistance tester
• Read and comprehension all the electrical standards used in electrical system and subsystem for Subways
• Desirable knowledge of the traction and auxiliary energy distribution system, in terms of installation, testing and electrical protections setting
• Desirable knowledge of electrical HV network and substations, in terms of installation, testing and electrical protections setting
• Desirable knowledge of electrical protections and monitoring systems
• Desirable knowledge of the other activities, upstream to electrical power system distribution installation such as civil works and electromechanical industrial equipment
• DesirableKnowledge of downstream activities as railway traffic, urban traffic regulation, and passenger stations utilities
• Good relationship with his subcontractors or Alstom Team
• English writing and speaking
• Capacity to find “just enough” solutions
• Able to train others
• Shares experience with others in his / her field of expertise, using Knowledge Management methodology and tool when available
• Leadership, initiative and decision minded
• Team spirit approach and good communication skills
• Influence on the Unit/Business he / she belongs to.

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. 
 

Job Type:​Experienced​