Verification & Validation Designer

Alstom • Pittsburgh, PA

15h • 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 Verification and Validation Designer in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for? Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your Verification and Validation expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and detail-oriented teammates. You'll ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of Computer-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems by implementing and executing Verification, Integration, and Test activities. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Test & Commissioning, and Design teams), contribute to the development and execution of the V&V strategy, and collaborate with the Verification & Validation Manager on scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting—and much more.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience or understanding of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities, including Software/System/Integration Testing
• Familiarity with project execution and management in a collaborative environment
• Knowledge of Computer-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems or similar rail signaling technologies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with cross-functional and international teams
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in working with configuration and change management tools
• Ability to analyze and provide valuable feedback for continuous improvement
• A mindset focused on quality, resilience, and adaptability to meet performance goals such as DQI (Delivery Quality Indicator) and CPI (Coverage Progress Indicator)

Nice To Haves

• Passion and attitude over experience

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the definition of the Project Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan, and acting proactively for its implementation
• Defining verification methodology for selected deliverables, when requested from V&V strategy
• Working with the V&V Test team involved in a set of Computer Based Train Control (CBTC) projects
• Ensuring quality targets and repeatable test performance
• Implementing and executing Verification, Integration, and Test activities while meeting Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets
• Collaborating with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contributing to innovative projects

Benefits

• Work with cutting-edge verification and validation processes in the transportation and rail signaling industry, including Computer-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems.
• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to major projects by implementing and executing Verification, Integration, and Test activities while meeting Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Utilize our inclusive, innovative, and collaborative working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level