Digital Train Chief Engineer

Req ID:484685 

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, more than 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 Digital Train Chief Engineer in Saint-Ouen we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your extensive engineering expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of Software-defined Trains by developing functional features that enhance efficiency, enable quicker deployment, and ensure high adaptability throughout the product lifecycle. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as Innovation, Rolling Stock, Services, and Signalling), lead technical activities for Remote Train Operations (RTO) solutions, and support the integration of these solutions into Alstom’s technical referential and product portfolio.

You’ll specifically take care of consolidating technical documentation and references, but also ensuring product performance during contract execution.

We’ll look to you for:

• Identifying, developing, and maintaining functional features of Software-defined Trains

• Supporting product strategy setup

• Providing technical support for product development and competitiveness

• Appropriating Remote Driving and RTO designs developed by the Innovation team

• Driving technical activities during the tender phase

• Ensuring accountability for product performance during contract execution

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:

• Engineer degree (Master’s level) in a relevant field

• At least 15 years of professional experience

• Solid background in Rolling Stock and/or System Engineering

• Strong technical knowledge and awareness of new technologies

• Proven ability to convince and influence stakeholders

• Ability to synthesize, simplify, and communicate complex technical concepts

• Decision-making skills with a drive to achieve results within defined timeframes (QCD)

• Agility to work effectively in a constantly evolving environment

• Experience in multicultural environments

• Fluency in English; German is a plus

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:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

• Work with cutting-edge solutions for Remote Train Operations

• Collaborate with diverse and supportive colleagues across multiple disciplines

• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility

• Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning programs

• Progress towards leadership roles or other advanced opportunities

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

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!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:​Experienced​