Test & Commissioning Leader 1

Alstom; Whitby; Vor Ort; CAD 95.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Life, medical, and pension benefits

Flexible working environment

Award-winning learning programs

Zusammenfassung

Alstom in Whitby, Ontario is seeking a full-time Test Leader to validate railway signalling systems and lead testing and commissioning activities across project stages. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and guide testing scope and documentation.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering (electronics/embedded systems), 3+ years in onboard test and commissioning in railway environments, and leadership experience.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electronics or embedded systems) or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in industrial and infrastructure projects.
• At least 3 years in onboard test and commissioning in railway environments.
• At least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Understanding of planning and risk assessment processes.
• Knowledge of Metrolinx and AREMA standards.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environment requirements.
• Fluency in English and a valid driving license.

Aufgaben

• Organize T&C activities, including planning, resource allocation, and documentation.
• Ensure signalling systems comply with specifications and contractual requirements.
• Develop T&C procedures based on subsystem specifications.
• Provide technical leadership to teams and resolve challenges.
• Interface with Engineering and V&V teams to optimize site tests.
• Report progress, issues, and anomalies to the Project Commissioning Manager.
• Support development of competency within the T&C team.
• Ensure adherence to EHS and regulatory standards.

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

English fluency

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electronics/embedded systems)

Jobbeschreibung

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Location: Whitby, 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.

Could you be the full-time Test Leader in Whitby, ON we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and leadership expertise in a cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused teammates.

You'll play a pivotal role in validating the signalling system and ensuring compliance with legal, Metrolinx, and AREMA standards. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (such as Engineering, Verification & Validation, and Project Commissioning), organize testing and commissioning (T&C) activities, and much more.

You'll specifically take care of defining, planning, and allocating the testing scope across various project stages, but also leading and overseeing testing activities to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

We'll look to you for:

• Organizing T&C activities, including planning, resource allocation, and documentation
• Ensuring compliance of signalling systems with system specifications and contractual requirements
• Developing T&C procedures based on subsystem specifications
• Providing technical leadership to teams and resolving technical challenges
• Interfacing with Engineering and V&V teams to optimize site tests
• Reporting progress, issues, and anomalies during site testing to the Project Commissioning Manager
• Supporting the development of competency within the T&C team
• Ensuring adherence to Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and regulatory standards

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:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably electronics or embedded systems) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Extensive experience in industrial and infrastructure projects
• At least 3 years of experience in onboard test and commissioning in a railway environment
• At least 1 year of experience in a leadership role
• Understanding of planning and risk assessment processes
• General knowledge of Metrolinx and AREMA standards
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environment requirements
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proactive problem-solving and accountability
• Fluency in English
• A valid driving license
• Other desirable skills and certifications:
• Knowledge of the European Train Control System (ETCS) and Alstom products
• P.Eng designation or eligibility in Ontario
• CROR certification
• Knowledge of the Metrolinx fleet (MP40 Tier 2/3 and BL X Cab car)
• 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician certification

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 innovative security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to cutting-edge 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 programs
• Progress towards leadership roles or specialized technical positions
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is$95,000 - $125,000 CADper year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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.

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.