Train Control Testing Engineer (m/f/d) 1 1

ALSTOM Gruppe; Mannheim; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Alstom in Mannheim seeks a Train Test Engineer to advance software and system testing for railway products. You will plan, develop, and automate tests, integrate them into GitLab CI/CD, and collaborate with software and system engineers to boost reliability and safety of our solutions.

The role emphasizes planning, test automation, result analysis, and cross-functional collaboration across testing teams and engineering disciplines to ensure high-quality rail software and systems.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Good understanding of software engineering principles and practices.
• Good understanding of at least one high-level programming language.
• Practical experience with Python and GitLab.
• Knowledge of CI/CD and Linux.
• Experience with test automation and strong networking skills.
• German language skills at C1 level or higher.
• Effective use of AI tools in engineering work.
• Proxmox knowledge is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Plan and design software tests based on requirements and system behavior.
• Implement and maintain automated tests, including integration into GitLab CI/CD workflows.
• Execute tests in laboratory and vehicle environments, analyze results, and document defects.
• Configure and maintain test environments, including Linux-based and networked systems.
• Coordinate testing activities within the TDF domain.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to improve product quality.

Kenntnisse

Python

GitLab

CI/CD

Linux

Test automation

C/C++/C#

German language (C1)

Willingness to travel

Wiring schematics reading

IEC 61131-3 knowledge

Ausbildung

Degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Proxmox

Jobbeschreibung

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Date: 30 Sept 2026

Location: Mannheim, DE

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 full-time Train Test Engineer in Mannheim we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your software testing expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and detail-oriented teammates.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software and systems, directly contributing to the performance and safety of our products. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (software engineers, system engineers, and testing teams), plan and execute tests, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of planning, developing, and automating tests for software and systems, but also analyzing test results and improving product quality in collaboration with engineering teams.

We’ll look to you for:

Planning and designing software tests based on requirements and system behavior

Implementing and maintaining automated tests, including integration into GitLab CI/CD workflows

Executing tests in laboratory and vehicle environments, analyzing results, and documenting defects

Configuring and maintaining test environments, including Linux-based and networked systems

Coordinating testing activities within the TDF domain

Collaborating with software and system engineers to improve product quality

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 engineering or equivalent practical experience

Good understanding of software engineering principles and practices

Good understanding of at least one high-level programming language

Practical experience with Python and GitLab

Knowledge of CI/CD and Linux

Experience with test automation and strong networking skills

German language skills at C1 level or higher

Effective use of AI tools in engineering work

Proxmox knowledge is an advantage

Curious, collaborative, and analytical approach

Willingness to travel to compare laboratory test results with vehicle tests at different locations

Ability to read and understand wiring schematics

Ability to read and understand IEC 61131-3

Programming skills in C/C++/C#

Experience with trains/trams and their subsystems

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 routinesWork with varied devices, systems, and protocols

Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

Contribute to innovative projects

Utilise our remote and onsite 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 higher system engineering roles

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.