System Engineer (Train Control & Information Systems)

Req ID:499641

Location:Derby
Appointment Basis: Permanent
Apply by: 31/10/25
Salary: circa 57000 flexible Pension Contributed Healthcare Life Assurance plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical plenty flexible benefits)

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.

Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

Youll play a key role in delivering the subsystem documentation including-Requirement Specification and Architecture Description (RSAD) Technical Purchase Specification (TPS) and Interface Control Document (ICD).
Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (sourcing suppliers S&A Engineers Interior Engineers (ReliabilityAvailability & Maintainability)RAMS Engineers and Validation Engineers) define and implement functional performance transverse and train-level requirements for the dedicated subsystem and much more.

Well look to you for:
Integrating the subsystem (CCTV & DOO) into the train covering all aspects of the V-cycle.
Defining the interface for the dedicated subsystem.
Verifying the subsystem (focus on train level) including design reviews.
Managing the change and configuration management process for the subsystem on train level.
Controlling changes after design changes including impact analysis.
Planning and following up on all activities linked to the subsystem.
Supporting sourcing suppliers S&A Engineers Interior Engineers RAMS Engineers and Test & Validation Engineers.
Responsible for system related documentation including test specifications and validation reports.
Providing inputs to the engineering team sourcing suppliers.
Ensuring the subsystem is seamlessly integrated into the overall train system.
Conducting investigation for in-service issues/failures.
Driving collaboration and communication across multidisciplinary teams.

All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That is 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 Engineering Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering or a related field.
Experience or understanding of subsystem integration in complex systems including mechanical and electrical interfaces.
Knowledge of system requirements definition and management as well as technical documentation (e.g. Requirement Specification and Architecture Description RSAD Technical Purchase Specification TPS Interface Control Document ICD).
Familiarity with configuration management and change management processes.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams such as sourcing suppliers and validation engineers.
Ability to perform impact analysis and manage design changes effectively.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to address technical challenges in a structured way.
Organisational skills to plan and follow up on multiple activities and deadlines.
Adaptability to work in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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
Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
Work with dedicated subsystems ensuring their functional performance transverse and train-level requirements are met
Progress towards mastering subsystem integration interface definition and verification at the train level
Utilise our dynamic and innovative working environment This reflects Alstoms values of leadership adaptability and a continuous learning mindset while remaining unbiased and inclusive.
Contribute to innovative projects
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning
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
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.

As a Disability Confident employer we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

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