Technicien d'Essais de Traction

Req ID:447168 

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.

Purpose of the Job/Objective

• He/she carries out type, validation or investigation tests, and preparing reports
• He/she defines and implements the most appropriate testing methodology and means of testing
• He/she develops test operating modes and analyses test results
• He/she perform tests on Bench and train (frequent travels)

Responsibilities

Accountable for :

• Defining the most appropriate test methodology, testing means and developing the test operating mode in accordance within the costs time and pass-fail criterion set for the test.

Responsible for : in agreement with the expected S/Q/C/D/P

• Participating in the realization of the Validation Plan
• Preparing the tests, she/he is responsible for:
  • Participating in the design and the development of the tools necessary for performing the tests (Benches, model…)
  • Implementing, verifying (functional), and ensuring compliance (calibration) of the measuring equipment to be ready at the time of the test.
  • Preparing the equipment for testing. Validating that the applied configuration and pre requisite testing allows the testing to proceed.  
• Respecting EHS rules notably implementing LockOutTagOut instruction.
• Supervising and/or executing test activities, analysing test results “live” and deciding if test has to be redone or not
• Test results data analysis, writing test reports and sends for Project approval.
• REX capitalisation, in accordance with the Skill Leader process
• Appling ALSTOM Validation process

Contributor to:

• Participate in the Tuning phase with Design Team
• Participate to the Bench recipe
• Support Test Method Team on Routine Test Benches

Knowledge & Experience

• Test execution capability on some of the following domains:
  • Traction Systems (on Simulator, Bench and/or Train)
  • Power Converters
  • Converter control Algorithm
  • Switchgear
  • Parts
  • Thermal / EMC / Acoustic
• Measurement (Tools and process)
  • Instrumentation mastering (electrical, thermal, communication)
  • High capacity to assess measurement uncertainties
  • Rigorous tracking of bench configuration files and calibration dates
• Data Analysis
  • Data pre-approval
  • Data manipulation and analysis
  • Analysis software skills
• General Knowledge
  • IT Tools
  • English Language (B2 mini)
• Required electrical habilitation level (french definitions):
  • B2V - B2V Essai - BE Essais - BR - BC
  • H2V - H2V Essais - HE Essais - HC

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​