Project Quality and Safety Engineer

Alstom; Madrid; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Madrid is seeking a Project Quality Engineer to define and implement the Project Quality Plan, ensuring customer requirements, safety standards and Alstom processes are met throughout project execution.

You will support project teams through quality reviews, audits and inspections, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards before customer acceptance. The role emphasizes non-conformity management, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality, Project Management or related industrial environments.
• Knowledge of quality tools and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with audits and quality assurance activities is appreciated.
• High level of Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of railway standards, certifications and regulations is considered an asset.
• French language skills are a plus.
• Strong communication, coordination and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Project Quality Plan, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, safety standards and Alstom processes throughout project execution.
• Support project teams through quality reviews, audits and inspections, ensuring deliverables meet the required quality standards before customer acceptance.
• Lead the management of non-conformities, safety issues and continuous improvement activities, driving effective problem-solving and reducing the cost of non-quality.
• Coordinate safety assessments, Return of Experience (REX) activities and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Quality tools

Project management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can’t afford to fail. We’re more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry’s most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

We’re looking for a Project Quality Engineer

You’ll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication - because they know what’s at stake: the journey home.

Your role, your impact

• Define and implement the Project Quality Plan, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, safety standards and Alstom processes throughout project execution.
• Support project teams through quality reviews, audits and inspections, ensuring deliverables meet the required quality standards before customer acceptance.
• Lead the management of non-conformities, safety issues and continuous improvement activities, driving effective problem-solving and reducing the cost of non-quality.
• Coordinate safety assessments, Return of Experience (REX) activities and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, project management, quality and operations - solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

What you bring

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality, Project Management or related industrial environments
• Knowledge of quality tools and problem-solving methodologies
• Experience with audits and quality assurance activities is appreciated
• High level of Spanish and English
• Knowledge of railway standards, certifications and regulations is considered an asset
• French language skills are a plus
• Strong communication, coordination and analytical skills

How success is measured

• Compliance with project quality and safety requirements
• Timely completion of audits, reviews and quality deliverables
• Effective management and closure of non-conformities and safety issues
• Continuous improvement of project quality performance and reduction of non-quality costs
• Positive contribution to customer satisfaction and project execution success

Alstom, a great place to grow

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long‑term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our cooperative 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
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Here, progress isn’t always easy - the scale is massive, the tasks are complex - but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects - that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

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.

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.