Platform Screen Doors Technical Leader
Riyadh - Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
Req ID:517413
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.
Could you be the full-time onsite Technical Leader for Platfrom Screen Doors PSD in Riyadh Saudi Arabia were looking for
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and project management expertise in a cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking play a pivotal role in managing design activities with PSD subcontractors and interfacing with customers and key stakeholders including System Sub-system Civil Rail Operators Project and Supply Chain teams. Day-to-day youll work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the business (such as Engineering Supply Chain and Quality teams) coordinate integration tests between suppliers and project teams and ensure compliance with Environment Health & Safety (EHS) requirements and much more.
Youll specifically take care of managing subcontractors to ensure the quality cost and delivery (QCD) of the PSD subsystem (Design Factory Acceptance Test Installation and Commissioning) but also ensure full coverage and validation of subsystem requirements.
Key accountabilites.
- Acting as the technical contact point between the customer project stakeholders and the PSD supplier.
- Producing the technical part of supplier RFQs for the project & Support on the selection process for PSD supplier.
- Lead the design interface integration and implementation of PSD systems across all project phases.
- Review and approve PSD technical specifications drawings calculations and method statements.
- Managing PSD/Civil Interfaces along the project life Cycle.
- Manage PSD system interface & Integration with CBTC Signaling Rolling stock SCADA Power Supply Earthing & Bonding Telecomm etc.
- Ensure compliance with EN 50126 EN 50128 EN 50129 BS/EN17168 IEC standards and relevant local railway regulations.
- Oversee installation activities and ensure adherence to approved procedures and safety requirements.
- Lead FAT SAT and integrated testing activities including interface and safety validation tests.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks related to PSD implementation and system integration.
- Provide technical leadership during project close-out documentation handover and warranty phase
- Coordinating integration tests between suppliers and project teams.
- Ensuring project compliance with internal and external quality requirements
- Managing the Development for Quality (DFQ) plan alongside project supply chain and quality teams
- Supporting project and site operations in compliance with EHS requirements.
- Review Electrical architectures technical functional and interface specifications; conduct clause-by-clause reviews and gap analysis.
- Allocate Requirements: Perform transverse requirement allocations in collaboration with specialists; develop requirements from standards certifications safety and customer specifications.
- Provide Project Support: Deliver method statements testing procedures and training as required.
- Verification & Validation (V&V): Define and execute verification strategies with engineering certification and validation teams.
- Site Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve technical issues at site implement modifications and ensure problem closure.
- Provide technical support to Construction and Testing & Commissioning teams; participate in site testing and commissioning when required.
- Perform project-level KPI reporting and métier-level reporting (via weekly reports).
- Support the PrEM in implementing and updating engineering risk mitigation plans managing change orders optimizing QCD and participating in design reviews.
Coordinate and manage interfaces with:
- Regional and central engineering teams/experts
- Other subsystems (Systems RAMS EMC Procurement Civil Works etc.)
- Customer representatives
- Project management team
- Suppliers subcontractors and partners
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 Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering and Design Managment.
- At least 7 years of professional experience in railway transportation system/sub-system Engineering including Platform Screen Doors.
- Preferably experienced in leading PSDs in Mega Rail Project.
- Preferably experienced in Writing technical notes & Developing Solutions for Complex interfaces.
- Interface and leadership management skills.
- Strong knowledge of Electrical installation Testing and Commissioning.
- Proficient in AutoCAD; basic knowledge of BIM Revit and Navisworks preferred.
- Self-motivated autonomous proactive and technically driven.
- Fluent in English.
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.
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.