Verification and Validation Engineer

Alstom; Villeurbanne; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Villeurbanne is seeking a Validation Engineer to lead validation activities for the AC4 onboard platform, working with embedded electronics, industrial computing and test means development.

You will collaborate with System Engineers and Software Development Engineers, define validation strategies, perform laboratory testing, and produce technical documentation while communicating in English within an international environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded electronics environments.
• Knowledge of system and software testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with lab equipment and test benches (NI modules, schematics reading, instrumentation).

Responsibilities

• Define validation strategy for AC4 platform.
• Tailor V&V strategies to customer needs (quality, cost, delivery).
• Design and develop integration and test means (test benches, data acquisition, simulation tools).
• Ensure compliance with reference processes, methods and tools.
• Develop and execute manual and automated tests; report results and anomalies.
• Interface with Systems and Software engineers; provide user support.

Skills

Embedded electronics

Python

C/C++

System testing

Git

FPGA

Instrumentation

Education

Electronics Engineering / Embedded Systems degree

Tools

National Instruments modules

Test benches

Instrumentation

Git

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility solutions, 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.

Validation Engineer (F/M) – Villeurbanne

Your Future Role

Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in embedded electronics, industrial computing, or embedded systems to a cutting‑edge field. You'll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and forward‑thinking teammates and play a key role in the development and validation of the Agate Control 4 (AC4) platform, one of Alstom’s strategic onboard solutions, notably responsible for train traction control management.

You’ll work closely with the programme development teams, including System Engineers and Software Development Engineers, contributing to the specification and design of integration and test means while actively supporting continuous improvement and validation methodology capitalisation across the programme.

Day‑to‑day, you’ll be responsible for defining validation strategies, performing laboratory testing activities, and producing the associated technical documentation.

• Contributing to the definition of the validation strategy;
• Tailoring Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies to customer needs in terms of quality, cost, and delivery;
• Specifying, designing, and developing integration and test means (test benches, data acquisition tools, simulation software, etc.);
• Ensuring compliance with reference processes, methods, and tools;
• Developing and executing manual and automated tests, issuing test reports, and investigating detected anomalies;
• Acting as a technical interface with other engineering disciplines (Systems, Software, etc.);
• Providing technical support to product users;
• Contributing to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the validation community;
• Performing tests in laboratory environments and potentially at integrator sites;
• Communicating effectively in English within an international environment.

All About You

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Industrial Computing, Embedded Systems, or a related field;
• Experience in, or understanding of, highly technical embedded electronics environments;
• Knowledge of system and software testing methodologies;
• Experience with laboratory and test bench equipment (National Instruments modules, electrical schematics reading, instrumentation, etc.);
• Familiarity with test management tools and automation frameworks;
• Knowledge of configuration and version control tools (Git, etc.);
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, C, or C++;
• Knowledge of hardware electronics and/or FPGA technologies;
• Technical communication skills or certification;
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail;
• Proactive and autonomous approach, with strong interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities;
• Ability to provide clear and accurate reporting.

Things You'll Enjoy

• Contribute to innovative and impactful projects;
• Collaborate with transverse teams and highly skilled colleagues;
• Benefit from stability, challenges, and long‑term career opportunities without everyday routine;
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award‑winning learning programmes;
• Enjoy a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life insurance, medical insurance, pension plan);
• Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that supports work‑life balance;
• Progress your career in the direction you choose, across functions and countries.

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 ready for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to Note

As a global business, we are an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries in which we operate. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.