VIE - Test & Commissioning Engineer (m/f) 1

ALSTOM Gruppe; Wellington; On-site; NZD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking an intern to apply technical problem‑solving in a cutting‑edge field. You’ll work with collaborative teammates on a global mobility platform, focusing on T&C docs, interfaces, and testing across project phases.

The role emphasizes learning, adaptability, and strong communication as you support commissioning activities and ongoing system improvements.

Qualifications

• Diploma in engineering or equivalent in computer science or telecoms.
• Understanding of distributed systems, microservices, databases and messaging.
• Basic networking concepts and troubleshooting approaches.
• Experience with programming or scripting for debugging/automation.
• Familiarity with Azure cloud technologies.
• Experience with Jira or DevOps is a plus.
• Strong, clear communication of technical concepts to non‑technical users.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production of T&C documentation (Procedures, Reports, Punch List).
• Interface with project entities and manage various stakeholders.
• Witness and coordinate system tests, plan site tests.
• Create and execute action plans for system malfunctions to hit performance targets.
• Manage system configuration across testing phases.
• Maintain frequent updates with the Project Commissioning Manager on progress and issues.

Skills

Distributed systems

Networking concepts

Programming/scripting

Azure cloud

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering Diploma (computer science or similar)

Tools

Jira

DevOps

Job description

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.

Type of contract

Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE)

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and problem‑solving expertise in a cutting‑edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward‑thinking teammates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the production of the T&C documentation (T&C Procedures, T&C Reports, Punch List management)
• Handle interfaces with the various different entities involved on the project
• Witness and perform specific tests on the system, including plan and coordinate the site tests
• Create and run action plans corresponding to malfunctioning of the system, aiming to reach the performances targets
• Manage the system configuration during the successive tests phases
• Keep in frequent communication to the Project Commissioning Manager regarding T&C progress and issue resolution.

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:

• Diploma in engineering (computer science or equivalent, such as telecommunications)
• Understanding of distributed systems, including microservices, databases, and messaging systems
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP) and tools for troubleshooting network‑related issues
• Experience with programming or scripting languages for debugging and automation
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, particularly Azure
• Experience with incident management tools like Jira or DevOps (a plus)
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to non‑technical users clearly and concisely
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve issues effectively
• Ability to make independent decisions under pressure while balancing urgency with thoroughness
• Patience, empathy, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively with teams and end‑users
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning

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 monotonous routines
• Work with cutting‑edge security standards for rail signalling

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.

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