Brake Control Engineer

Alstom; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Award-winning learning and development

Flexible and inclusive working environment

Job summary

Alstom in Västerås is looking for a full-time Brake Control Engineer to develop cutting-edge software for train brake control systems. You will join a dedicated team and leverage access to advanced simulators and lab equipment.

The ideal candidate holds an M.Sc in engineering and has experience in software development. The role offers stability, collaboration and opportunities for career progression in an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• M.Sc in relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in software development for industrial applications or real-time systems.
• Drive for results and good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop brake control software for trains.
• Design and integrate brake control software.
• Interact with mechanical and systems engineering teams.

Skills

Software development for industrial applications

Simulink or similar graphical modelling

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

M.Sc in Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Simulink

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.

Brake Control Engineer in Västerås

Could you be the full-time Brake Control Engineer in Västerås we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your system engineering expertise in a new cutting‑edge field. You will report to Erik Simonson, Manager Brake Engineering, and work alongside passionate, motivated, and dedicated teammates.

The main purpose of the role is to develop brake control software for trains. You will be part of a team developing, testing and maintaining brake control software that meets customer expectations. The work will be carried out in Västerås with access to real‑time simulators, lab equipment, and trains around the world.

• Design control software for brake systems in trains
• Design, develop, document, test & integrate brake control software
• Implement and test using graphical programming tools such as Simulink
• Interact with neighboring disciplines within mechanical, pneumatical, electronics and systems engineering
• Manage requirements with internal & external stakeholders
• Participate in investigations & in the development of solutions
• Support system tests, train commissioning & homologation of brake systems
• Handle source code, configuration management, packaging & releases of software

All about you

• M.Sc in Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Drive for results, good problem‑solving skills, and enjoy creating software solutions together with others.
• English at a business‑fluent level is essential; Swedish at an intermediate level is preferable.
• Experience in software development for industrial applications or real‑time systems is an advantage.
• Experience with Simulink or a similar graphical modelling and simulation tool is an advantage.
• Experience with software development according to EN 50657, ISO26262 or equivalent normative standard is an advantage.
• Experience with model‑based design workflow and interest in further developing such workflow is an advantage.

Things you'll enjoy

• 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 flexible and inclusive 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.
• Progress towards greater responsibilities and leadership opportunities.
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

Important to note

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