Project Engineer

Alstom; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Project Engineer to enhance the Newark AirTrain system. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your electrical engineering expertise to improve safety, reliability, and passenger experience. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will manage project milestones and documentation while leading installation processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in the rail industry, contributing to innovative projects that make a real difference. If you're ready to embrace new challenges and grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Comprehensive social coverage

Fair and dynamic reward package

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Experience in project management for electrical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the CARP Manager in project development and implementation.
• Communicate technical details to stakeholders for approvals.
• Lead installation and commissioning processes for projects.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Reading Electrical Schematics

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Req ID:484241

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 onsite Project Engineer in Newark, NJ, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your comprehensive electrical engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and skilled teammates. You'll play a pivotal role in enhancing the Newark AirTrain system by addressing obsolescence, improving safety, and reliability, and ensuring a superior passenger experience. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, procurement, operations, and maintenance), coordinate project milestones and documentation, and much more.

We’ll look to you for:

• Supporting the Capital Asset Replacement Program (CARP) Manager in developing and implementing tailored projects,

• Communicating technical details to stakeholders for approvals and funding,

• Collaborating with Operations and Maintenance teams for troubleshooting,

• Leading installation and commissioning processes for Capital Asset Replacement Program (CARP) initiatives,

• Maintaining meticulous records for all project activities and changes,

• Collaborating with contractors to ensure successful project execution.

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:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field,

• Experience or understanding of project management in electrical systems,

• Knowledge of reading and interpreting electrical schematics, technical drawings, and service manuals,

• Proven ability to create design drawings and scopes of work that lead to project awards,

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders,

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.

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:

• Progress towards becoming a key player in the enhancement of the Newark AirTrain system,

• Work with cutting-edge technologies in the rail industry to enhance safety and reliability,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Utilise our dynamic working environment,

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

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 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.