Design Engineer 1

Alstom; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Design Engineer 1 in Northwestern Ontario, Canada. The role involves providing engineering design expertise and support, preparing technical documentation, and guiding junior engineers. Required qualifications include certification as a Professional Engineer by P.E.O. The company is dedicated to creating inclusive workplaces and values diversity across its global operations.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Professional Engineer by P.E.O.
• Ability to provide design and testing expertise.
• Experience in preparing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Engineering design and testing expertise.
• Prepare and review design documentation.
• Train and guide junior engineers/designers.

Skills

Engineering design expertise

Technical guidance

Cost estimation

Education

Certified Professional Engineer by P.E.O

Job description

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.

DESIGN ENGINEER 1

Primary Function:

In a PEO recognized Engineering discipline, provide Engineering design and testing expertise. Responsible for timely delivery of design documentation related to the Engineering release of a product.

Working Procedure:

For lower complexity designs/systems, prepare new designs/systems and/or propose changes to existing designs/systems.

Train, give technical guidance to, and review work of engineers/designers of less standing.

Prepare technical documentation for designs/systems, including, but not limited to BRA, TRD/BTD, TPP, TPR, ECR, ECO, PCR, Work Orders and Specifs.

Ensure that all component design standards are met. Prepare, revise and review internal test procedures/reports. Perform support qualification and investigation tests. Review and approve external test procedures/reports.

Liaise with others involved in the design process, including, but not limited to clients, vendors, other design groups, testing groups and design specialists.

Provide production line support. Provide bid support.

Provide cost estimates/support.

Conduct field checks to study existing equipment. May be required to visit other plants and installations. Perform other related duties.

Supervision Received:

Duties are assigned with written or oral instructions, as to the methods and procedures to be followed.

Receives specific project and technical guidelines, working within defined standards and specifications.

Technical guidance is available from a more senior Design Engineer or Project Engineer.

Work is reviewed for accuracy and adequacy and conformance with prescribed procedures by a more senior Design Engineer or Project Engineer.

Qualifications:

Certified as a Professional Engineer by P.E.O

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.

Job Type: Graduate Job