Lead Design Engineer

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 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-timeLead Design Engineer inNew Castle DEwere looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll report to NGHST Project Engineering Manager and work alongside exceptional enthusiastic and collaborative 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. Youll specifically take care of failure analysis test bench development and make vs buy analysis.

Well 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. 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:

• Bachelors 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 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 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 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 70 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.