Traction Test Laboratory Manager

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 80000 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 Traction Test Laboratory Manager in Coimbatore were looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical expertise in managing test laboratories to a cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative detail-oriented and innovative teammates.

Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency accuracy and integrity of our Traction Test Laboratory. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering Site Certification Validation and Traction Control) liaise with external service providers and suppliers and oversee laboratory performance metrics such as customer satisfaction and profit and loss (P&L) among other responsibilities.

Youll specifically take care of maintaining and developing testing methodologies and equipment but also ensuring compliance with EHS (Environment Health and Safety) regulations and accreditation standards like EN 17025.

Well look to you for:

• Managing the Test Laboratorys profit and loss (P&L)
• Ensuring the maintainability and development of investigation and validation traction test means
• Overseeing CAPEX for the ENGINEERING department
• Expertise in testing and commissioning of Auxiliary converter Traction Converter Variable frequency drives & transformers.
• Respecting EHS rules & implementing Lock out-Tag out instructions.
• Supervising & execuiting test activities analysing test results live and deciding if test to be redone or not.
• Handle EHS & safetly compliance of test becnch.Test results data analysis writing test reports and sends for Project approval
• Implementing a metrology strategy to meet performance indicators
• Guaranteeing the independence integrity and confidentiality of laboratory staff
• Leading the Test Laboratory team both technically and in terms of quality
• Ensuring continuous improvement through audits and quality action plans
• Reporting potential conflicts of interest to site leadership

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in a relevant field of Electrical engineering or High Voltage engineering.
• At least 15 years of traction system knowledge
• Experience in team management (2 to 5 years depending on team size and scope)
• Competence in managing work packages for external customers
• Fluency in English
• Knowledge of required electrical habituation levels such as B2V B2V Essai BE Essais BR BC H2V or equivalent
• Familiarity with EHS regulations and standards like EN 17025

Things youll 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. Youll also:

• Enjoy stability challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our flexible and inclusive 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 senior leadership roles or technical expert pathways
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical pension)

You dont 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 youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone