Hardware Application Engineer

Alstom • Pittsburgh, PA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 hybrid Hardware Application Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for? Your future role "Take on a new challenge and apply your comprehensive hardware and electronics expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking teammates. You'll lead the integration of our powerful hardware products into complex transportation systems, contributing significantly to a low carbon future. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as Mechanical Engineers, Software Designers, and Industrialization Teams), prepare detailed documentation for our hardware subsystems, and much more."

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Electronics, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or other related fields. Equivalent experience may substitute for the degree.
• Experience in hardware application engineering/design in accordance with common industry or government standards.
• Experience in reading and designing electrical diagrams and schematics such as cable plans and cabinet configurations.
• Experience in hardware integration and validation.
• Proficiency in preparing technical documentation and conducting design reviews.
• Self-motivated with a passion for technical matters and a quick learner.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Travel may be up to 10% on an annual basis.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with train control systems within the railway/transit industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of control systems and their operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading the interfacing of hardware products with various systems to ensure optimal functionality
• Implementing hardware integration and validating technical choices through various analyses
• Preparing detailed documentation for hardware subsystems and associated bill of materials
• Analyzing system architectures to ensure correct interfacing of our equipment
• Assisting in the testing and configuration of our equipment within larger systems
• Collaborating on hardware specification and architecture, in line with the hardware architect’s vision
• Presenting technical details to customers and facilitating design review discussions
• Reading and designing electrical diagrams and schematics, such as cable plans and cabinet configurations
• Applying your knowledge of control systems and their operation to enhance system performance
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (Mechanical Engineers, Software Designers, and Industrialization Teams) to deliver innovative solutions"

Benefits

• Work with innovative technologies in the railway/transit industry, contributing to sustainable and smart mobility
• Progress towards becoming a key player in interfacing complex hardware systems within the transportation sector
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects, Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries, Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees