Test Team Leader

Req ID:512177

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 Test Team Leader in Hornell, NY, US we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and leadership expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.
You'll lead a team to ensure the efficient execution of testing activities at the train level, driving quality, consistency, and continuous improvement in your domain. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, sourcing, and project management), manage resources and workloads for testing activities, and contribute to the development of reusable "test patterns" to enhance future projects-and much more.

We'll look to you for:

• Applying the standard processes and related methodologies and tools to ensure domain efficiency within project development,
• Defining, developing, and sharing re-usable "test patterns" to enhance operational consistency,
• Promoting continuous improvement initiatives within your team,
• Managing the traceability and configuration of tools used by your team,
• Assigning resources (staff, etc.) for executing project testing activities effectively,
• Managing workload, including the sub-contracted portion (technical assistance or work-package),
• Contributing to the sub-contracting strategy in collaboration with Sourcing,
• Evaluating performance and setting objectives for your team,
• Defining and implementing a training plan aligned with your team's needs and Alstom's strategic goals,
• Proposing necessary investments to the Site CV Manager to ensure successful project deliveries.

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 Engineering (Electrical, Systems, or similar),
• Minimum 5 years of experience in hands-on activities in Railways domain, including sub-system requirement gathering, specification, and architecture,
• Knowledge of software development and hardware-software integration,
• Familiarity with electrical development, schematics, and apparatus, as well as notions of manufacturing,
• Fluent communication in English,
• Train system knowledge, including system analysis and railways operations,
• Experience in team and project management,
• Ability to define, implement, and promote continuous improvement initiatives,
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on resilience and adaptability.

Join us on a life-long transformative journey-the rail industry is here to stay, and so is your opportunity to grow. You'll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines,
• Contribute to innovative projects,
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in the railway industry to deliver innovative testing solutions,
• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to Alstom's mission of sustainable mobility and technological excellence,
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, 401k).

Base Salary Range:

In accordance with New York State law, the anticipated salary range for this position is$100,000 - $130,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, and qualifications. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include bonuses, incentive pay, or other forms of compensation.

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.