R&D Program Director CBTC
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Job Location:
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 hybrid R&D Program Director - CBTC in Pittsburgh PA US were looking for
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your leadership and engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside agile and inclusive teammates.
Youll drive innovation and operational excellence by leading product development for multiple programs in a global engineering environment. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (such as product development project management and global engineering centers) define and implement engineering visions and motivate and develop world-class engineering expertsand much more.
Well look to you for:
Lead product development for multiple programs driving innovation and operational excellence in a global engineering environment.
Defining and implementing the engineering vision for your department.
Setting clear team goals delegating tasks setting deadlines and holding individuals to commitments.
Promoting Alstom values (Agile Inclusive Responsible) to your team and embracing Alstom culture (LEAN at Alstom).
Developing World Class Engineering Experts within the team and the wider development center.
Motivating encouraging evaluating recognizing training and developing individuals in your team.
Building and maintaining accurate workload forecasts planning capacity and footprint changes in line with business strategy and maintaining a team with the right size and shape.
Deploying and advocating for Alstom processes methods and tools.
Collecting and sharing return on experience to foster continuous improvement.
Traveling domestically and internationally as needed (up to 10%).
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 Engineering Computer Science or a related field (Masters degree in Engineering Management or Business Administration preferred).
Experience or understanding of software development testing and management of software development programs.
Knowledge of signaling product development and Alstom design processes tools and methodologies (preferred).
Familiarity with integrated product development activities and continuous improvement processes.
Strong verbal written and visual communication and presentation skills.
Analytical problem-solving and critical thinking.
Systematic decision-making and conflict resolution.
Organization and time management skills.
Cross-cultural communication and management.
Ability to build networks foster consensus and motivate teams.
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:
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 learningWe look forward to having you join us in shaping the future of smarter and more sustainable mobility!
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.
Employment at Alstom is based solely on a persons merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Alstom does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race creed color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin disability age genetic information veteran status marital status pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by law.
It is Alstoms policy to comply with all applicable national state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination and equal opportunity. The Companys Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy as well as its affirmative action obligations includes the full and complete support of the Company. Because its just the right thing to do. We hope you think so too.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.
