Product Cost Engineer

Alstom; Quebec; Híbrido; CAD 85 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Alstom in Quebec is seeking a technical cost analyst to join our mechanical engineering teams. You will develop cost models for product families, driving cost efficiency across the development cycle and collaborating with engineering, sourcing and manufacturing to identify savings opportunities.

You’ll apply cost analysis methodologies, promote a cost-conscious culture, and provide detailed cost breakdowns to support sourcing and negotiation while aligning with our transportation portfolio and

Qualificações

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience or understanding of purchasing and/or procurement processes.
• Knowledge of cost analysis methodologies and industrial processes.
• Experience in the transportation industry (railway, automotive, heavy equipment, etc.).
• Fluency in French and English.
• Autonomous, proactive, and possesses technical leadership.

Responsabilidades

• Create cost models for product families.
• Contribute to identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop cost analysis methodologies across the product development cycle.
• Promote a cost-conscious culture within engineering teams.
• Provide detailed cost breakdowns to support sourcing and negotiation.
• Share supplier feedback to formalize cost-saving opportunities.

Conhecimentos

Mechanical Engineering

Cost analysis

Procurement knowledge

French-English

Leadership

Formação académica

Mechanical Engineering degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Date: 13 Oct 2026

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, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical cost analysis expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You’ll play a key role in driving cost efficiency and supporting product development across the organization. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing), develop methodologies for cost analysis, and promote a cost-conscious culture in engineering teams, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of creating cost models for product families, but also contribute to identifying and formalizing cost-saving opportunities.

We’ll look to you for:

• Applying or developing methodologies to calculate the technical cost of components/systems throughout the product development cycle
• Developing cost analysis methods for components/systems
• Proposing design or manufacturing process improvements to reduce technical costs
• Promoting a cost-conscious culture within engineering teams
• Providing detailed cost breakdowns to support sourcing and negotiation activities
• Sharing supplier feedback and formalizing cost-saving opportunities

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 or a related field
• 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering
• Experience or understanding of purchasing and/or procurement processes (an asset)
• Knowledge of cost analysis methodologies and industrial processes
• Experience in the transportation industry (railway, automotive, heavy equipment, etc.)
• Fluency in French and English
• Autonomous, proactive, and possesses technical leadership

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 roles of greater responsibility within the organization
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Proficiency in French and English is required.Knowledge of a third language is considered an asset when working with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers.In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company.

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.