Senior Traction Projects Lead

Alstom; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking a senior engineering leader to drive the design and development of advanced traction solutions in Pittsburgh. You will own complex projects, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and reliability from concept through delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in engineering with 3+ years in leadership, strong system integration knowledge, and the ability to mentor and guide engineering talent in a fast-paced mobility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Traction Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience, with at least 3 years in project management or leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of system integration, safety protocols, and quality assurance.
• Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills to inspire teams and drive results.
• Expertise in traction systems and rail industry standards is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead scalable engineering projects, ensuring solutions meet evolving market demands and regulatory standards.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between engineering, operations, and customer stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Guarantee reliability and safety of traction systems through rigorous testing and validation processes.
• Champion innovation by integrating emerging technologies and methodologies into project delivery.
• Promote knowledge sharing and mentorship within the team to build technical excellence.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Rail/traction systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Mechanical/Software/Traction Engineering

Job description

Alstom is seeking a senior engineering leader to drive the design and development of advanced traction solutions in Pittsburgh. You will own complex projects, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and reliability from concept through delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in engineering with 3+ years in leadership, strong system integration knowledge, and the ability to mentor and guide engineering talent in a fast-paced mobility environment.