Test Engineer

Alstom; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport industry company is seeking a Validation Engineer in Derby. You will be responsible for Certification and Validation activities, working closely with teams to develop testing methodologies. Ideal candidates will have a Higher National Diploma in Engineering, knowledge of train systems, and experience in software validation. The role offers a permanent contract with a salary of circa £45,000 - £50,000, alongside benefits including 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

Comprehensive medical coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum Higher National Diploma in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Train Control Management System development and/or validation.
• Knowledge of electrical vs software design on train.

Responsibilities

• Perform Certification and Validation activities.
• Write Train test procedures and carry out validation tests.
• Prepare execution of the tests and analyze test results.

Skills

Train system knowledge

Fluent in English

Electrical schematic experience

Software Validation

Technical documentation creation

Education

Higher National Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Req ID: 493761

Location: Derby

Appointment Basis: Permanent

Apply by: 04/09/2025

Salary: circa £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

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.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your validation expertise in a new cutting-edge field.

You’ll perform the Certification and Validation activities for part of the train delegated by the Train Validation Engineer during project execution. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business to develop test operating modes and analyse test results, defining and implementing the most appropriate testing methodology and means of testing and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of writing the Train test procedures, but also carry out type, validation or investigation tests, and preparing reports.

We’ll look to you for:

• Defining the most appropriate test methodology, testing means and developing the test operating mode in accordance with the costs time and pass-fail criterion set for the test.
• Depending on the test environment, they prepare instrumentation and setups (Hardware, Software) for the test execution
• Preparing the execution and necessary setup of the tests they are responsible for
• Participating in the design and the development of the tools necessary for performing the tests
• Implementing, verifying (functional), and ensuring compliance (calibration) of the measuring equipment to be ready at the time of the test.
• Preparing the equipment for testing. Validating that the applied configuration and prerequisite testing allows the testing to proceed.
• Respecting EHS rules notably implementing LockOut-TagOut instruction.
• Executing test activities, analysing test results “live” and deciding if test must be redone or not
• Test results data analysis, writing static and dynamic test reports and opening test problem reports
• Preparing and supporting the configuration readiness for the functional test means when applicable

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:

• Minimum Higher National Diploma in Engineering or equivalent experience within an Engineering Environment
• Train system knowledge (system analysis, railways)
• Fluent in English
• Electrical schematic experience
• Software Validation
• Knowledge of electrical vs software design on train.
• Experience in Train Control Management System development and/or validation.
• Technical documentation creation and reporting
• Travel is required (flexibility for occasional worldwide travel is required)

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
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused 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 (life, medical, pension)
• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday
• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle

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!

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.

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

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