Validation & Test Engineer

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 on-site Validation and Test Engineer in Hornell, NY we're looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and validation expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and dedicated teammates.
You'll contribute to the certification and validation of advanced train systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (Site Certification and Validation Managers, Test Laboratory Engineers, Technical Experts), develop and execute test methodologies, analyze results, and prepare comprehensive reports, and much more."

We'll look to you for:

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  Participating in the design and development of the tools necessary for performing the tests,

  
  
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  Implementing, verifying, and ensuring compliance of the measuring equipment to be ready at the time of the test,

  
  
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  Preparing the equipment for testing and validating that the applied configuration and prerequisites allow the testing to proceed,

  
  
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  Respecting EHS rules, notably implementing LockOut TagOut instructions,

  
  
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  Supervising and/or executing test activities, analyzing test results "live," and deciding if the test has to be redone or not,

  
  
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  Conducting test results data analysis and writing static and dynamic test reports,

  
  
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  Updating the Validation Plan and consolidating the specification of tools and test means,

  
  
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  Executing activities given by the Train Validation Engineer (TVE),

  
  
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  Writing Train System test procedures and ensuring the timely issuance of validation proofs, consolidating validation files, and providing structured REX to enrich the technical repository"

  
  

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:

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  Degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. ,

  
  
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  Experience or understanding of train systems, including system analysis and railways. ,

  
  
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  Knowledge of simulation tools such as Matlab, Control Build, or Lab View. ,

  
  
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  Familiarity with functional and physical test execution in domains like Train network, TCMS software functions, Traction, Braking, or Aerodynamics. ,

  
  
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  A certification or communication skill: Ability to communicate technical findings effectively in reports and presentations. ,

  
  
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  Tests organization capability and knowledge of planning tools. ,

  
  
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  Ability to define, create, and maintain test benches. ,

  
  
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  Knowledge of electrical vs software design on trains. ,

  
  
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  Travel ability up to 50%, based on project needs. ,

  
  
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  Resilience, adaptability, and a continuous learning mindset to thrive in a dynamic environment.

  
  

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:

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  Work with cutting-edge testing methodologies and advanced railway systems ,

  
  
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  Progress towards becoming a key contributor to innovative train validation processes and methodologies ,

  
  
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  Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,

  
  
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  Utilize our inclusive, safety-focused, and technology-driven working environment" ,

  
  
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  Contribute to innovative projects,

  
  
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  Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

  
  
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  Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

  
  
• Salary range- 70-88K

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.