Test & Commissioning Lead

Alstom Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical benefits

pension

25 days annual leave

Bonus potential

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Alstom Ireland is seeking a Test & Commissioning Lead to drive on-site testing and the seamless integration of transportation systems in Dublin. You will lead testing campaigns, coordinate with engineering teams, and ensure safety, quality, and timely handover to the client.

The role requires a strong background in electrical/mechanical integration, fault analysis, and leadership to manage interfaces across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• Degree/HNC (or recognised equivalent) in an engineering field.
• Proven experience in system testing and commissioning in rail or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site testing and commissioning activities ensuring safety and compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to validate installation and interface of systems.
• Capture and report non-conformities and ensure they are properly managed and closed.
• Document and report progress, non-conformities, and final approvals.
• Support handover of fully tested systems to the client within agreed timelines.

Skills

Leadership

System testing

Commissioning

Electrical integration

Mechanical integration

Technical drawings

Problem solving

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Engineering degree or HNC

Job description

Req ID: Location: Dublin Appointment Basis: Permanent Apply by: 07/09/2026 Salary: circa €60,000 DOE plus bonus and excellent benefits

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, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

We're looking for a Test & Commissioning (T&C) Lead to ensure the safe and efficient integration of transportation systems. You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication. We will look to you for:

• Lead on-site testing and commissioning activities ensuring safety and compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to validate installation and interface of systems.
• To comply with projects T&C QCD commitments, acting as Work Package Owner, in compliance with Cost Performance Reviewprocess.
• Efficient and transparent interface with the Warranty Implementation teams working in customers depots.
• To capture and report non-conformities and ensuring they are properly managed and closed, liaising with engineering, validation, RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety), manufacturing and site Quality during the commissioning process to achieve operational readiness.
• Document and report progress, non-conformities, and final approvals accurately.
• Support handover of fully tested systems to the client within agreed timelines.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead, weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree/Higher National Certificate (or recognised equivalent) in relevant engineering field or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in system testing and commissioning within rail or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems integration (in particular earthing & bonding, cabling, protection and instrumentation, )
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder coordination capabilities.

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 dont 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, youll be proud.

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.