Aftermarket Project Engineer

Req ID:522833 

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 Engineer in Naperville, IL we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your comprehensive engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, dedicated, and collaborative teammates.

You'll play a pivotal role in developing and managing engineering solutions to prevent obsolescence. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including Rolling Stock Engineering, Project Management, and Supply Chain), coordinate with vendors to ensure compliance with customer requirements, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of delivering essential engineering solutions that directly contribute to the success of our Aftermarket Customers, but also ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

We’ll look to you for:

• 
  

  Performing system risk assessments based on engineering knowledge, Alstom procedures, and design authority input

  
  


• 
  

  Utilizing IPC, maintenance manuals, and other resources for tracking and input into obsolescence management tools

  
  


• 
  

  Delivering obsolescence solutions such as reverse engineering, repair, new design, supplier partnerships, circular economy approaches, and make-to-print strategies to meet form, fit, and function (FFF) specifications

  
  


• 
  

  Providing assembly/repair instructions, creating new design drawings, developing required documentation, and updating engineering change orders

  
  


• 
  

  Reviewing vendor technical proposals to ensure compliance with specifications and product safety

  
  


• 
  

  Preparing mechanical, electrical, and interface schematics, drawings, and documentation for assigned systems while meeting deliverable schedules

  
  


• 
  

  Coordinating with vendors and customers to confirm compliance with requirements and ensuring design validity

  
  


• 
  

  Maintaining knowledge of rail and electrical-electronic norms and standards such as FRA, AAR, IEEE, and ANSI

  
  


• 
  

  Supporting bid proposals for repairing, redesigning, and overhauling rail industry systems

  
  


• 
  

  Operating within the ALSTOM Change Control Board (CCB) and leading design and gate reviews for electrical parts

  
  

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 Railway Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent

  
  


• 
  

  A minimum of 5 years of experience in rail industry standards and design

  
  


• 
  

  Knowledge of rolling stock systems and components

  
  


• 
  

  Familiarity with safety management systems and safety risk assessment

  
  


• 
  

  Experience or knowledge in project management (a strong asset)

  
  


• 
  

  Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

  
  


• 
  

  Excellent communication and collaboration skills

  
  

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:

• 
  

  Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

  
  


• 
  

  Work with cutting-edge technology in the rail industry and contribute to innovative solutions for aftermarket services

  
  


• 
  

  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

  
  


• 
  

  Progress towards becoming a key expert in the field, driving customer satisfaction and technical excellence

  
  


• 
  

  Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

  
  

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $70,400 - $110,550 DOE


• Medical HSA/FSA, Dental, Vision and 401K 


• Short Term and Long Term Disability Benefits


• PTO

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

Job Type:​Experienced​