Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) Traction H/F

Alstom; Henegouwen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Belgium is recruiting a Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) Traction H/F to lead engineering work packages, drive QCD commitments, and act as technical leader of the core project team. You will oversee multidisciplinary groups (Power, Mechanical, RAMS, Validation, Software), coordinate with stakeholders, manage risks and deliver engineering excellence.

This role offers a dynamic, international environment with opportunities to grow as a leader and contribute to sustainable mobility.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent with solid knowledge of technical and project management tasks.
• Ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong business acumen with focus on budgets, timelines and metrics.
• Proven ability to communicate with stakeholders and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the engineering core team (Power, Mechanical, RAMS, Validation, Software).
• Develop and implement the Engineering Management Plan and monitor performance.
• Represent engineering in front of internal customers and manage risks.
• Anticipate staffing and workload, monitor capacity and forecasts.
• Lead design reviews and ensure adherence to quality standards and DFQ/QCD objectives.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Project leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

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Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) Traction H/F

Date: 5 Oct 2026

Company: Alstom

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

Purpose of the Job

Are you ready to take on a pivotal leadership role as the Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) where you will ensure that engineering excellence drives project success? You'll be at the heart of our operations, leading a multidisciplinary effort to deliver Engineering Work Packages while ensuring that our Quality, Cost, and Deadline (QCD) commitments are consistently met. Acting as the technical leader within the core project team, you will embody and promote the company’s values of Team, Trust, and Action, while facilitating smooth communication with stakeholders and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership: Oversee and coordinate the work of the engineering core team (Power, Mechanical, RAMS, Validation, Software), ensuring alignment and efficient delivery of Engineering Work Packages.
• Project Management: Develop and implement the Engineering Management Plan, monitor performance, and manage risks to keep the project on track.
• Customer Collaboration: Represent engineering in front of internal customers, providing updates on progress, issues, and risks while delegating technical discussions to experts when needed.
• Resource & Workload Planning: Anticipate staffing needs, resolve capacity challenges, and communicate updates on workloads and forecasts.
• Quality & Delivery: Lead design reviews, manage product modifications, and ensure adherence to quality standards while supporting DFQ Gate Reviews and QCD objectives.

What We’re Looking For

• Technical Expertise: An engineering degree with solid knowledge of technical and project management tasks.
• Leadership & Resilience: Assertive, organized, and able to manage pressure in demanding environments.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of budgets, timelines, and financial metrics.
• Team Player: Proven ability to motivate cross-functional teams and drive results in a collaborative setting.

Why Join Us?

This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a high-stakes environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions while growing as a leader in a dynamic and supportive workplace

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:
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.