Certification & Authorization Engineer (H/F)

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Date: 19 May 2026

Location: Valenciennes, FR

Company: Alstom

Req ID:518003 

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

Job Title : Rolling Stock Certification & Authorisation (C&A) Engineer


Purpose of the job:

  • Prepare, in close collaboration with the other project team members, the certification evidences

  • Support the C&A Manager in the Certification & Authorisation process

 

Main responsibilities:

  • You carry out dedicated activities within the C&A processes in accordance with the C&A mngt. plan during all project phases

  • You support the C&A Manager in the identification and preparation of requirements for Certification and/or Authorisation

  • You support the C&A Manager in the preparation of evidences plans (e.g. for TSIs or National Rules) with the project team

  • You collect and compile the C&A evidences (e.g. for Pre-engagement, vehicle type authorisation, vehicles authorisation) to be submitted to conformity assessment bodies and/or the authorising entities

  • You organise periodic reviews of evidence documentation and assessment reports

  • You maintain the certification related data in the requirement management tools (e.g. Doors/Excel)

  • You compile and keep track of C&A relevant reporting (e.g. KPI, Cost overview)

  • You collaborate with the project team: Engineering, RAMS, Quality, Planning, Validation, Maintenance, Sourcing

  • You collaborate with independent assessors (e.g. NoBo, DeBo, AsBo) and authorising entities (e.g. ERA or NSA’s)

  • You participate to the modifications follow-up of the certified/authorised vehicle configuration(s)

 

Main required competencies:

  • Masters Degree (Engineering, Physical Sciences, Law or others)
  • Experience in engineering projects
  • English language (level B2), German language is an asset, french fluent.
  • Ability to foster communications between multiple stakeholders
  • Ability for getting into new topics, for analysis, synthesis and for problem-solving in technical environment
  • Rigorous, Curiosity, Open-mindedness and Autonomous
  • Good experience with MS Office
  • Analysis/KPI preparation
  • Strong team player

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. 

 

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