Industrial Engineer

ALSTOM Gruppe; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership programs

Global innovation network

Technical academies

Job summary

Alstom in Washington, DC is seeking an Industrial Engineer to design and optimize production systems for rail mobility. The role focuses on implementing APSYS objectives, coordinating with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and planning teams, and ensuring BoM accuracy and work instructions.

The candidate will bring a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 5 years in railway maintenance or manufacturing, and strong CAD/SAP proficiency, with excellent communication in English and willingness to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in railway maintenance or manufacturing.
• Experience with methods engineering and maintenance work instruction development.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) for BOM and configuration follow-up.
• Proficiency with drafting/CAD tools: AutoCAD, Pro-E, CATIA, Solid Works.
• Ability to read schematics and drawings.
• Experience with Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) deployment.
• Strong English communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Interface with the customer while performing duties.
• Create Work Instructions with standard tasks lists and standard times.
• Ensure availability of special tools and accuracy of the BoM.
• Align industrial means with maintenance and train design.
• Conduct field validation when necessary.
• Aim for high industrial performance within APSYS.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Fleet/Depot planners and central organization.
• Introduce Work Instructions to the Amtrak production team.
• Support ILS activities and validate train product documentation and tools.

Skills

Strong communication

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Pro-E

CATIA

SolidWorks

SAP

Job description

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Date: 1 Oct 2026

Location: Washington / IvyCity, DC, US

Company: Alstom

Industrial Engineer in Washington, DC

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More Than a Job: A Mission

We are seeking a passionate Industrial Engineer who thrives on designing efficient, sustainable, and high-performance production systems. You will collaborate with dedicated teams to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance operational excellence, and contribute to the reliability of global mobility solutions. This role demands ownership, analytical rigor, and a drive to make a lasting impact.

Your Role, Your Impact

Demonstrating confidence and working knowledge of assigned duties while interfacing directly with the customer,

Creating comprehensive Work Instructions, with associated standard tasks lists and standard times,

Ensuring the availability of special tools and the accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BoM),

Guaranteeing that the industrial means are aligned with the maintenance needs and train design,

Conducting validation on the field when necessary,

Targeting the highest levels of Industrial performance within Alstom Production System (APSYS),

Coordinating tightly with the teams contributing to TSSSA execution: Engineering, Supply Chain/Sourcing, Quality, Fleet planner, Depot planner, and Alstom central organization,

Introducing the Work Instructions and their updates to the Amtrak production team,

Contributing to the achievement of Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) activities, validating the train product documentation, special tools, and supporting maintainability demonstrations on Amtrak sites

You'll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.

What You Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

5 years of experience or understanding of industrial engineering in a railway maintenance or manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of Methods Engineering and maintenance work instruction development.,

Familiarity with ERP systems, such as SAP for Bill of Materials and Configuration Follow-up is preferred.,

Proficiency in drafting and CAD tools like AutoCAD, Pro-E, CATIA, or Solid Works.,

Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.,

Experience with Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) deployment.,

Strong communication skills and proficiency in the English language.,

Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams and interface with all internal and external stakeholders.,

Knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety standards and systems.

• Required travel of 20% to Long Island City, New Castle, DE and Boston.

How Success Is Measured

• Achievement of production efficiency and delivery timeline targets.
• Effective collaboration and leadership within cross-functional teams.
• Reduction in process defects and measurable gains in operational efficiency.

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

• Empowered by advanced manufacturing technologies and a global innovation network.
• Delivering sustainable mobility solutions with tangible local and global impact.
• Continuous learning through technical academies and leadership development programs.
• Salary Range: 115K-125K

Here, progress isn't always easy but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

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.