Req ID:518221
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, 80,000 colleagues lead the
way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce
carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time Lead Design Engineer in New Castle, DE we’re looking
for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering expertise in a new
cutting-edge field. You’ll report to NGHST Project Engineering Manager, and work
alongside exceptional, enthusiastic and collaborative teammates. You'll be
creating great value as you use your engineering skills to maximize engineering
development of component repairability and testability for next generation high
speed rail transportation projects. You’ll specifically take care of failure
analysis, test bench development, and make vs buy analysis.
We’ll look to you for:
* Manage testability and repairability for components on NGHST and Legacy
Acela.
* Develop test procedures and specify bench test equipment
* Manage cost by performing make vs by analysis
* Perform failure analysis for components under repair.
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to
have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you
succeed and grow in this role:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent) with strong
electrical background
* Familiar with component design and redesign, obsolescence, and risk
management across a broad set of systems
* Strong knowledge of electrical systems, ideally including PCB design/exposure
(mandatory)
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in engineering related field - system
engineering.
* Experience in at least one of the following specialized areas within rail,
transportation, or related heavy industry: hydraulic systems, pneumatic
systems, electronics/electrical hardware, railway door systems, railway
signaling systems, railway HVAC, or railway mechanical systems.
* Experience working ‘hands on’ with railway equipment (ideally in the
environment of Rolling Stock warranty and reliability growth) is desired.
* Knowledge of railway systems is desired.
* Utilize your skills in strategic system thinking
* Leadership or team lead experience, with the ability to mentor and build a
team
* Self-starter who can independently own projects with minimal day-to-day
oversight
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to
stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your
career. You’ll also:
* Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily
routines.
* Work with cutting edge systems in high speed rail.
* Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
* Contribute to innovative projects.
* Utilise our collaborative working environment.
* Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and
countries.
* Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning
learning.
* Progress towards engineering leadership roles.
* Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward packag e that recognises your
performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage
(life, medical, 401k).
Location and Travel
* On-site position based in New Castle, DE (Alstom East Coast Distribution
Facility), some remote work flexibility.
* Average travel: up to 20% of time.
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.