Signaling Tester in Charge

ALSTOM Gruppe; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport solutions company in Toronto seeks a Signaling Tester in Charge to ensure project timelines and standards are upheld. The role involves technical management, developing test plans, and leading testing staff to ensure compliance with legal and customer standards. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in the railway industry and relevant engineering qualifications. Join us in driving greener and smarter mobility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Testing and Commissioning in a Railway Environment.
• Vast experience in railway industry with proven knowledge in interlocking and control systems.
• P. Eng or ability to obtain P. Eng in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the signalling project is technically managed and delivered on time.
• Produce testing documentation to Customer and Project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and motivate allocated testing staff.

Skills

Numerate & literate

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to make critical decisions based on evidence

Ability to analyse data effectively

Education

BA's Degree in engineering (electronic or embedded systems)

Tools

IRSE Licence Holder

Job description

Overview

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Signaling Tester in Charge

Date: 29 Oct 2025

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

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.

As a Tester in Charge, you will technically support the Project Commissioning Manager for defining and controlling the testing activities; ensuring that suitable and sufficient evidence is gathered to confirm that the signalling meets the requirements appropriate to the application and is fit for entry into service. This also includes identifying the testing requirements and developing test plans which are sufficiently robust to ensure that the system meets the requirements of the project.

This role complements an already established team of Testers and Project Commissioning Managers across the Alstom community and will be a pivotal role in the technical management, development and growth of Alstom’s in-house testing capability.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Tester in Charge will be the technical lead supporting the Project Commissioning Manager in managing the pretesting, delivery and commissioning of the testing phase of the project, lineside, data and systems interface, ensuring all aspects are tested safely, to program and forecast cost. The role of a Tester in Charge is safety critical position and vital to the validation of the signalling Control System and how it works in accordance with legal, customer and AREMA standards.

The Tester in Charge will work directly with the Project Commissioning Manager and will be the technical support to the Project Commissioning Manager in project testing management structure, the identification, selection and subsequent management of the testing staff on allocated projects, as well as interacting with internal and external stakeholders. The Tester in Charge must technically manage the testing staff allocated for the successful safe and timely delivery of works, development and identification of technical training requirements, and ensure mentorship requirements are met and documented.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the signalling project is technically managed and delivered on time, to budget as well as to Customer and AREMA standards
• Produce testing documentation to Customer and Project requirements and standards
• Produce site project documentation in a timely manner to deliver programmed works
• Responsible for the technical reviews of test specifications and test plans
• Responsible for the technical reviews of complete testing of the complex / major works signalling scheme.
• Support commissioning and site activities as required.
• Provide technical guidance and motivate allocated testing staff effectively.
• Develop allocated staff in accordance with project general mentorship and competency process, including undertaking competence reviews and assessments.
• Liaison with project team, Subject Matter Experts and project functions for technical issue resolution and support.
• Identify potential process improvements and make recommendations for implementation
• Compliance with Alstom testing procedures
• Effectively attend and onward brief team briefing in technical documents, company safety briefings and alerts
• Carry out risk assessments for planned works
• Control hours worked
• Carry out audits of testing staff working to standards and safety requirements
• Maintain Company Competency Logbook
• Produce Returns on experience (REX) to share with the wider community

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely completion of testing
• Actual timescales to tendered
• Actual costs to tendered costs
• Attendance at required project meetings
• Production of detailed progress records
• Maintain Professional Licences held
• Number of suggestions for improvements and number implemented and lessons learnt
• Internal / external audits
• Technical brief records
• Compliance and management of hours worked

Requirements

Qualifications

• BA's Degree in engineering (preferably electronics or embedded systems) or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Vast experience in railway industry with proven knowledge in interlocking and control systems.
• Full driving licence

Experience

• Knowledge of contract conditions and commercial awareness
• Understanding of planning process
• Knowledge of risk assessment process
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Testing and Commissioning in a Railway Environment
• In-depth knowledge of CENELEC or AREMA standards
• Knowledge of HSE requirements
• Appreciation of design & installation
• Proven track record of delivering major or complex projects
• Proven knowledge of European Control System Level 2

Skills:

• Numerate & literate
• Auditing
• Presentation Skills
• Communication Skills
• Ability to make critical decisions based on evidence
• Ability to work shifts and weekends to support project delivery
• Ability to travel occasionally within Canada or abroad for meetings with management, training or site support.
• Ability to analyse data effectively
• IRSE Licence Holder or Previously Held
  • Signalling Tester in Charge 1.3.190
  • Signalling Principles Tester 1.3.180 or
  • Signalling Functional Tester 1.3.170
• Proven Knowledge of other Alstom Products
• P. Eng or ability to obtain P. Eng in Ontario
• Canadian Railway Operation Rules certificated or ability to obtain CROR accreditation

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.