Test and Commissioning Engineer

Alstom•Pittsburgh, PA

71d•Onsite

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 onsite Test and Commissioning Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA, US we're looking for? Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and technical expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the successful delivery and seamless integration of railway signaling subsystems, contributing to the safety and efficiency of rail networks worldwide. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, installation, operations, and safety teams), facilitate training and handover processes to operations and maintenance teams, and much more.

Requirements

Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Experience in rail communications testing and commissioning
Knowledge of rail technologies and standards: wireless radio systems, wired networks, Passenger Information Systems (PIS), Public Address (PA) Systems, CCTV, SCADA and control center communications
Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP) and network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)
Proficiency with OTDR, protocol analyzers, and RF test equipment
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Adaptability to high-pressure, fast-paced environments
Willingness to travel (domestic and international) and work flexible hours (incl. night, weekends and holidays).

Responsibilities

Ensuring deployment and adherence to Installation and Testing & Commissioning (T&C) processes within the project team
Proactively managing internal interfaces (e.g., engineering, installation) and external technical interfaces (e.g., partners, third parties, customers) for all T&C activities
Leading and executing comprehensive testing of rail communication systems, including wireless radio systems, wired networks, Passenger Information Systems (PIS), Public Address (PA) systems, CCTV, SCADA, and control center communications
Identifying and resolving defects through troubleshooting, log analysis, and detailed test reporting
Driving test execution with a structured and disciplined approach aligned with project milestones
Developing and maintaining commissioning plans, test procedures, and reports, ensuring compliance with contractual and Alstom standards
Collaborating with design, installation, and operations teams to ensure commissioning readiness and smooth execution.

Benefits

Work with cutting-edge railway signaling systems such as Interlocking (IXL), Automatic Train Control (ATC), Data Communication Systems (DCS), and advanced communication technologies like wireless radio systems, wired networks, Passenger Information Systems (PIS), Public Address (PA) systems, CCTV, SCADA, and control center communications
Progress towards becoming a subject-matter expert in Testing & Commissioning of rail communication systems, while contributing to the development of innovative solutions and best practices for the industry
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).

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