Traction Engineering - Electrical

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Date: 9 Oct 2024

Location: West Mifflin, PA, US

Company: Alstom

Req ID:466599 

 

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.

 

 

As an Electrical Traction Engineer, you will be responsible for the detailed Electrical Power Design of Propulsion equipment for railway systems. 

 

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Calculating electrical or thermal constraints related to components of the power scheme to fulfil all requirements
  • Specifying the Electrical components of the Traction drives or Auxiliary Converter
  • Defining the interfaces of electrical components with mechanical department
  • Preparing the power design reviews and participates in technical core team meetings
  • Contributing to the design validation plan (FMEA, risk mitigation plan (mock-up, tests, …))
  • Collaborating with purchasing, quality, and industrialization functions to ensure successful delivery of equipment to customers
  • Managing design change and waiver requests related to non-compliances

 

To be successful, you will ensure that you are meeting the project schedule and delivering quality designs on time. In our unique environment, you will have the ability to see your designs manufactured and tested on site. Come join a Top 15 global employer! Join our team to embark on an amazing and rewarding career path by bringing green technologies and solutions to our communities

 

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 5 years of experience in Power Electronics design, or related work
  • Fluent in English
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage project tasks
  • Knowledge and compliance of EHS rules/standards
  • Professional Ethics and a sense of responsibility
  • Team Player

 

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience may be considered

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Skilled practice of cable modeling software, simulation software, and product lifecycle management tools

 

 

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.


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