Safety and Reliability Engineer

Alstom; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Pittsburgh is seeking a Safety and Reliability Engineer to lead safety analyses and reliability efforts across rail projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed safety standards, perform rigorous testing, and drive continuous improvement, shaping safe mobility solutions.

The role emphasizes mentoring peers, leveraging new technologies, and delivering robust, future-proof rail systems with strong project delivery performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems).
• 3–5 years in safety, reliability, or quality engineering in transportation or industrial sectors.
• Proficient with FTA, FMEA, reliability modeling and EN50126/28/29.
• Strong risk management, system integration and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and reliability analyses to ensure scalable rail solutions across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety standards and reliability best practices.
• Develop and implement rigorous testing protocols to maximize system reliability and minimize operational risks.
• Champion innovative approaches to safety engineering, leveraging emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Share knowledge and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

Skills

FTA

FMEA

Reliability modeling

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Req ID:525757

More Than a Job: A Mission

We seek a passionate Safety and Reliability Engineer in Pittsburgh to drive the design and development of robust, future-proof solutions. Join dedicated teams committed to delivering safe, reliable rail systems that transform urban mobility and leave a lasting legacy.

Your Role, Your Impact

• Lead safety and reliability analyses to ensure scalable rail solutions across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety standards and reliability best practices.
• Develop and implement rigorous testing protocols to maximize system reliability and minimize operational risks.
• Champion innovative approaches to safety engineering, leveraging emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Share knowledge and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

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 Engineering, preferably Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in safety, reliability, or quality engineering within transportation or industrial sectors.
• Proficiency in safety analysis tools (FTA, FMEA), reliability modeling, and industry standards (EN50126, EN50128, EN50129).
• Strong understanding of risk management, system integration, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills; ability to lead small teams and drive results.

How Success Is Measured

• Consistent achievement of project delivery timelines and strategic safety goals.
• Effective collaboration and leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
• Reduction in system defects, improved troubleshooting, and enhanced operational efficiency.

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

• Work with advanced rail technologies and contribute to Alstom’s strategic vision for safe mobility.
• Make a global impact from Pittsburgh, connecting communities and shaping urban transportation.
• Accelerate your career through continuous learning, training, and development opportunities.

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.

Job Type: Experienced