Rail Power Distribution Engineer - Drive Reliability

Alstom; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Newark, NJ seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Distribution Systems to design and sustain rail power networks. You will lead maintenance strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive reliability across complex systems.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years of field service or rail maintenance experience, with strong problem-solving, safety discipline, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or related Engineering field.
• 3-5 years of experience in field service or rail systems maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with rail industry standards.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols, asset management, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills suited for professional and team management roles.

Responsibilities

• Drive scalable maintenance strategies to optimize fleet performance and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless service integration and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure reliability through rigorous diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and rapid response to technical issues.
• Champion innovation by adopting new technologies and improving service methodologies.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rail industry standards

Job description

Alstom in Newark, NJ seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Distribution Systems to design and sustain rail power networks. You will lead maintenance strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive reliability across complex systems.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years of field service or rail maintenance experience, with strong problem-solving, safety discipline, and clear communication.