Train Design Domain Leader at ALSTOM

Req ID:500299

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

Our organization, the railway sector, and our projects interest you, we have a role that might appeal to you.

Will you be our future Transversal Disciplines Domain Leader ?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering and leadership in a cutting-edge field. As a Domain Leader, you play a key role in managing and developing the Transversal Disciplines team while ensuring the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) and the Technical Reference Framework.

You have general knowledge of train mechanical architecture, interface management, crash analysis, mechanical integration, systems engineering, materials, and project management (quality, cost, time) and are recognized for your engaging leadership qualities—you are our ideal candidate.

This position based at our Kingston, Ontario site is a permanent full-time role (40 hours/week) - Ability to work in an international, multi-site, and matrix organization. Hybrid work environment – 3 days on-site. Occasional travel (QC, US).

We’ll look to you for:

• Ensuring understanding and application of TD rules, processes, and tools for the Mechanical Integration domain

• Fostering effective collaboration with other domains within TD

• Allocating adequate resources to projects/programs/tenders

• Managing the development of the Mechanical Integration team to ensure capacity, workload, and skills alignment

• Forecasting workload and identifying necessary resources to secure QCD commitments

• Defining and implementing mitigation plans for identified risks

• Supporting the team in resolving issues and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders

• Reporting on activities and alerting relevant stakeholders to potential challenges

• Validating technical documents such as 3D models and 2D assembly drawings

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master of Science preferred)

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering applied to structural systems

• Detailed knowledge of structural design, calculation, and special processes

• General knowledge of train mechanical architecture, interface management, crash, mechanical integration, system engineering, materials, and project management (quality, cost, delay)

• Proficiency in MS Office tools

• Fluency in French and English. Knowledge of additional languages is an asset when working with international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Conflict resolution and customer satisfaction orientation

• Organized, rigorous, and adaptable with a hands-on approach

• Resilient and able to lead a team effectively

Things you’ll 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. You’ll 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 leadership roles in engineering management

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t 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, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

You don’t 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, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

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

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