Electrical/Electronic Engineer

ALSTOM Gruppe; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport technology company is seeking an Electrical/Electronic Engineer in Ottawa, ON to support the Light Rail Transit project. The role involves analyzing electrical infrastructure for compliance and documenting divergences that impact project maintenance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience in rail signaling or communications systems.

Benefits

Comprehensive social coverage

Investment in development

Dynamic reward package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in rail signaling, communications systems, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with LRT or heavy rail systems.
• Strong understanding of contract interpretation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Stage 2 Electrical/Electronic infrastructure for compliance.
• Identify and document divergences impacting maintenance scope.
• Collaborate with internal teams to validate divergence claims.

Skills

Rail signaling

Communications systems

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Electrical/Electronic Engineer

Date: 23 Sept 2025

Company: Alstom

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, 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 Electrical/Electronic Engineer in Ottawa, ON we’re looking for?

Your future role

Alstom is seeking an Electrical/Electronic Engineer to support the Ottawa Light Rail Transit (LRT) Stage 2 project. This role is critical in identifying and documenting divergences between the Stage 2 infrastructure as delivered and the contractual obligations, with a focus on signalling and communications, traction power and OCS. The successful candidate will help ensure Alstom is compensated for design changes or construction non-conformities that impact maintenance scope, thereby protecting project margins and operational integrity.

We’ll look to you for:

• Analyze Stage 2 Electrical/Electronic infrastructure for compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, document, and submit divergences that impact Alstom’s maintenance scope, ensuring timely and accurate claims for compensation.
• Respond to customer submittals and technical inquiries related to communications systems.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and submittals to assess impacts on operations and maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal engineering, legal, and commercial teams to validate and process divergence claims.
• Track and report on divergence findings, with a focus on identifying significant compensable impacts that affect project scope and maintenance responsibilities
• Support the development of technical comments and justifications for divergence submissions.
• Maintain organized records of all findings, correspondence, and supporting documentation.

All about you

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in rail signaling, communications systems, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with LRT or heavy rail systems, particularly in a design, construction, or maintenance context.
• Strong understanding of contract interpretation and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a part-time capacity.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

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.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Utilise our inclusive, technology-driven, and collaborative working environment.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning.
• 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!

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