Train Control Engineer

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.

Job Title

Train Control Engineer (TCE)

Purpose of the Job

He/she manages the development of all Train Control Management Systems (TCMS) deliverables (sub-system, electrical and software work products) for a Project from offer, specification, design, release to end of warranty period or during the maintenance phase.

Network & Links

Validation Manager/Engineer

Project Engineering Manager (PrEM)

Train System Engineer (TSE) 

RAMS, Quality

Internal or external suppliers

Certification & Validation

Schematic & Apparatus team

Responsibilities 

Accountable for:

• Managing the development of all TCMS deliverables (functional studies, Subsystem, electrical and software work products) for assigned project. He/she shall manages exported constraints coming from TCMS pack, including Safety Related Application Condition (SRAC).
• Collaborating with Validation Team to validate the TCMS Development, Configuration and the Management Plan application.
• Achieving the specified software quality requirements detailed in System Engineering and TCMS Software Quality Plan.
• Managing the design planning and the achievement of the Design reviews in all steps of the Design For Quality cycle
• Delivering all TCMS Engineering outputs including, TCMS RSADs, Software specification or Functional Design Description FDD, Software, Electrical Schemes and Electrical Products definition (with the support of Electrical Lead Engineer), in compliance with the Engineering Quality Cost Delay commitments.
• Managing interface and ensure follow up of sub-systems interacting with TCMS.
• Ensuring standardization and maximize the carry over with previous project.
• Supporting Commissioning and Validation area during Train Integration Tests.

Responsible for:

• Formulating a design solution that fulfils the specified customer requirements by defining the architecture and performances of the TCMS subsystems and functional studies you are responsible for, maximizing the re-use of service-proven design patterns.
• Monitoring, control and consolidate the TCMS work package and ensure the reporting activities to the Project Engineering Manager of the project.
• Defining the applicable TCMS configuration (low voltage scheme, apparatus, and software version) with the Train System Engineer, Project Engineering Manager and its team.
• Contributing to the return of experiences on their domain (Software, Schematic)

Educational Requirements

Engineer degree or Master of engineering from University or Engineer school.

Experience

Hands-on experience in design & development of model based control systems using application tools like Matlab / Simulink, Control Build or similar tools.

Knowledge of network topologies and interfaces for Serial, Ethernet, MVB and other industrial communication network.

Behavioural Skills / Competencies

Accountability

Teamwork 

Able to manage priorities 

Able to provide analysis and synthesis report

Good Communications and interpersonal skills

Customer Focus / Management skills

Fluent in English and national language on the site

Location

Sesto San Giovanni

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.