Bid Technical Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Dynamic reward package

Job summary

ALSTOM Gruppe is seeking a full-time hybrid Bid Technical Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US. You will lead the bid technical scope, ensuring accurate and competitive proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or related fields, with a minimum of 5 years in technical project management, particularly in Rail Signaling systems or similar. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of technical/engineering project management experience.
• Experience with Rail Signaling systems or similar sectors.
• Familiarity with project deployment lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead Bids and deliver engineering estimates and proposals.
• Collaborate with Engineering Leadership on technical team allocation.
• Support the Bid Manager during customer negotiations.

Skills

Technical/engineering project management

Rail Signaling systems

Analytical and critical thinking

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or scientific subjects

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.

Could you be the full-time hybrid Bid Technical Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for?

Bid Technical Manager

Date: 30 May 2026

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, US

Company: Alstom

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your extensive Rail Signaling expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, dedicated, and collaborative teammates. You'll lead the Bid Technical Scope to shape the future of rail transportation, ensuring the delivery of accurate and competitive technical proposals that align with our commercial strategy. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Installation, Testing & Commissioning, Project Engineering, Development Centers), provide engineering estimates and compliance matrices, and much more.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Bids and delivering engineering estimates, compliance matrices, and technical proposals
• Providing the estimate of engineering effort needed for each tender preparation
• Collaborating with Engineering Leadership to manage the allocation of the technical team in line with the bid needs
• Analyzing potential gaps between customer specifications and standard solutions with the support of System Architect(s)
• Coordinating the bid's technical strategy with both internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting the Bid Manager during negotiations with the Customer, identifying any technical changes during that phase
• Demonstrating Technical Leadership, Scope Management, Risk Management, Requirements Management, Configuration Control and Change Management, Planning and Scheduling, and System Deployment

All about you

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or scientific subjects
• Minimum 5 years of technical/engineering project management experience and knowledge of Project Engineering Management principles
• Experience or understanding of Rail Signaling systems and rail industry (or similar sectors: automation, energy, or aerospace) with involvement on project deployment or product development
• Familiarity with the full lifecycle of project deployment until commissioning
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Problem-solving ability

Things you’ll enjoy

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Progress towards becoming a pivotal figure in delivering competitive and accurate technical proposals that align with our standard solutions and commercial strategy
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, 401k)

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!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.