Metallurgist/Corrosion Protection/Welding Specialist

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom’s products portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, trams and e-buses to integrated systems, customized services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. With Bombardier Transportation joining Alstom on January 29, 2021, the new Group’s combined revenue amounted to €15.7 billion for the 12-month period ended March 31, 20201. Headquartered in France, Alstom is now present in 70 countries and employs 75,000 people. www.alstom.com

Candidate will play a key role in Alstom's Materials and Special Engineering Process team. He will bring expertise to Alstom's Train Design Center that is accountable for projects in the Americas region, and Alstom's supply chain, specific to durability and corrosion protection.

Responsibilities :

• Define durability requirements for all materials and mechanical fixations, examining operating environment considerations such as but not limited to, climate, cleaning, vandalism and maintenance
• Define strategies for surface corrosion protection and painting, working in close collaboration with Industrialization teams.
• Build locally relevant training material based around corporate recommendations, and moderate awareness sessions with all stakeholders across Engineering, Industrialization, Procurement and Project Management.
• Participate in internal design reviews and supplier quality reviews, acting as a gate keeper for durability requirements.
• Identify risks of non-compliance and potential failure in revenue service 
• Review and approved test programs to meet Alstom and customer requirements
• Review and approve test reports
• Design, examine, and evaluate welds, define appropriate symbols to be used on drawings to help ensure the integrity and longevity of Alstom and supplier products, and develop repair procedures as required
• Plan, supervise, and document welding operations in accordance with relevant codes, contracts and/or drawings
• Participate in supplier quality reviews and internal project gate reviews, identifying risks of non-compliance with technical requirements
• Review and approved test programs to meet Alstom and customer requirements
• Troubleshoot, working hands-on with internal design and integration teams and suppliers. Define corrective measures as required

Desired profile : 

• Engineering degree with a background in Welding Technology, Metallurgy and/or Material Science.
• Registered, or eligible to be registered soon with the OIQ (L‘Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec)
• 5+ years of experience minimum in the field of welding/surface protection (design, review, quality assurance)
• Good understanding of material properties including mechanical and chemical resistance
• Understanding of railway specific standards is an asset
• Refined soft skills that help build and maintain relationships with other Engineers/Designers in an office and with welders on the shop floor
• Fluent in French & English
• Available to travel occasionally outside of Montreal area (to supplier sites and customer meetings)

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.