Train Control Engineer

Alstom; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alstom in Barcelona is seeking a Train Control Engineer to own TCMS deliverables and drive design reviews across the full project lifecycle. You will manage a multidisciplinary team on site and remotely, coordinating with train system, design, electrical, validation and RAMS experts to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

The role requires hands-on experience with TCMS architectures, network protocols, and model-based control development using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, Control Build, and Matrix.

Formación

• Engineering degree in electronics, computer engineering or related field.
• Experience with TCMS and rolling stock functions.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and product definitions.
• Knowledge of software QA and systems engineering principles.

Responsabilidades

• Be responsible for TCMS deliverables, requirements, proofs, architectures and functional descriptions in line with Quality, Cost and Delivery commitments.
• Lead design reviews across the project lifecycle from tender to validation and certification, including warranty phase.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams on site and remote, with KPI monitoring and progress tracking.
• Report to Project Engineering Manager and collaborate with Train System, Design, Electrical, Validation, RAMS and other stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Engineering degree

TCMS knowledge

Electrical schematics

Software QA

Systems engineering

Standards EN50128/61375

Network protocols RS485/MVB

Analytical problem-solving

Team leadership

Model-based control design tools

Educación

Engineering degree (electronics, computer engineering)

Herramientas

MATLAB/Simulink

Control Build

Matrix

Descripción del empleo

Train Control Engineer in Barcelona.

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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 most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

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

• Be responsible of all TCMS deliverables including requirements and means of proof, network and system architectures, software especifications, functional descriptions as well as funcional schemes all in compliance wit the Quality, Cost and Delivery project commitments.
• Lead all the design reviews along the project execution to move ahead on the different project’s gate reviews and phases, from tender until validation and certification phases including end of warranty phase.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team, on site and remote worldwide, to execute the work packages related to control, software and system activities. Functional management of the TC&IS resources of his/her project (Control Engineer, System Engineers and SW Engineers). Follow-up closely and KPI monitoring with adherence to technical progress.
• Direct reporting to the Project Engineering Manager into a cross-functional engineering team working closely with Train System Engineer, Train Design Engineer, Train Electrical Engineer, Train Validation, RAMS and other transversal stakeholders.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, operations, and design — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

What You Bring

• Engineering degree required (electronics, computer engineering, or a related field).
• Rolling stock knowledge related to TCMS, On board system or functional & control design supported by experience on several functions previously performed.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and product definitions.
• Knowledge of software quality assurance and systems engineering principles.
• Experience with IEC 61375, EN50128, EN5012 standards, TCMS architectures, and solution definition.
• Hands‑on experience with network and communication protocols such as RS485, MVB, WTB, CIP, TRDP.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Work Package and team management experience. Requirements management too.
• Hands‑on experience in design & development of model based control systems using application tools like Control Build, Matlab / Simulink, Matrix or similar tools.
• Proactive communication & decision making. Team‑oriented mindset. Proactive team building spirit. Fluent English language.

How Success Is Measured

• Quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Relevance of technical recommendations.
• Contribution to peer reviews and teamwork.

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
• 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.