Railway Signalling Certification and Authorization Engineer

Req ID:475287  

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, 75,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Alstom is the largest player in the Swedish railway market, with over 1,000 trains delivered and several large maintenance contracts, offering maintenance in 19 local depots. The company is also leading the ERTMS rollout in Sweden both onboard and trackside and delivering the new standard national traffic management system for Trafikverket.

Could you be the 

Railway Signalling Certification and Authorisation Engineer

 in Stockholm we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

We are looking for a Railway Signalling Certification and Authorisation Engineer to join our team in Stockholm, Sweden. In this role, you will play a crucial part in authorising onboard and trackside signalling installations in Sweden, Denmark and Norway, collaborating with internal teams, clients, and key stakeholders across Europe.

This position is an excellent opportunity for recent engineering graduates eager to work in a fast-evolving, technical environment with multiple industry interfaces, including authorities, clients, and internal engineering teams. You will gain comprehensive industry knowledge and benefit from structured on-the-job training, working on real projects alongside experienced professionals. 

As part of Alstom’s commitment to advancing railway signalling systems, we are equipping numerous railway vehicles in Sweden and Norway with the European Railway Traffic Management System (ERTMS). Your role will be instrumental in developing the Certification and Authorisation support for these projects in Sweden.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and manage Certification & Authorisation plans and create supporting documentation for regulatory assessors.
• Act as a key interface in Certification and Authorisation matters, engaging with Alstom’s engineering teams, assessors, clients, and regulatory authorities in Sweden and across the EU.
• Gain hands-on experience through structured training and supervision, gradually taking on more responsibilities as you develop expertise in railway certification and compliance.
• Stay up to date with industry regulations and internal tools, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements and best practices.

About You:

At Alstom, we value passion, curiosity, and attitude as much as experience. Here’s what will help you thrive in this role:

• Language Skills: Fluent English is mandatory. Swedish, Norwegian, or Danish is a strong advantage.
• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s in engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Work Experience: Previous work experience is a plus but not required.
• Analytical & Critical Thinking: Strong report-writing skills, the ability to read and interpret complex documents, and a curiosity to understand the bigger picture.
• Attention to Detail: Capable of identifying relevant details while filtering out unnecessary information.
• Communication Skills: Flexible and effective communicator, able to engage with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the railway industry, particularly railway signalling, is beneficial but not required. 

Why Alstom?

Working at Alstom offers a unique opportunity to develop in-depth technical knowledge in railway signalling and certification. This is an organization where you can build a long-term career, with structured career development opportunities as part of our company culture.

If you're looking to develop your career in railway signalling, work on exciting and impactful projects, and be part of a global team driving the future of rail transportation.

Things you’ll enjoy:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from daily boring routines. 
• Work with the newest train control systems
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential.

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 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.