Test & Commissioning Field Engineer
- Miami, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Embrace a dynamic new challenge and apply your detail-oriented expertise within the advanced field of railway signaling and wayside systems. You’ll collaborate with dedicated, supportive teammates across our Vehicles and Wayside Signaling divisions.
- In this role, you will lead the integration and functionality of railway wayside signaling systems. On a daily basis, you’ll partner with cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Safety Validation, Planning, and Quality Assurance—to oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Your key responsibilities will include system compliance checks, field test verification, and authoring test procedures and reports to support system validation.
- Leading installation, testing, and commissioning efforts
- Preparing Track Allocation access documentation for customer approval
- Ensuring adherence to Alstom’s standards, regulatory requirements, and local laws
- Verifying and validating system requirements and testing methodologies
- Troubleshooting technical issues and developing sustainable, effective solutions
- Providing transparent communication and reporting within the project team and to customers
- Supporting planning, resource allocation, and team development
- Delivering regular updates via KPIs and project reports; managing deviations, delays, and challenges impacting field activities
- Recording Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), maintaining accurate test sheet logs, and collaborating with System Validation to support punch list closure
- Using Installation and T&C processes, tools, and the Test & Commissioning Reference Library to drive performance improvements
- Championing project milestone adherence
- Designing and overseeing the project cut-over plan
- Executing on-site activities with thoughtful planning and resource training—while complying with local regulations and EHS requirements
- Conducting Post-Installation Check-Out (PICO), as well as Static and Dynamic tests, to verify correct functioning of vehicle and wayside equipment
- Bachelor's degree in engineering technology (or equivalent), ideally in electronics, electrical, computer, railway, or telecommunications disciplines
- Familiarity with signaling projects and railway installation/testing processes
- Solid understanding of electrical, electronic, and telecommunications systems
- Experience or awareness of safety and EHS standards
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Flexibility and openness to short-term or extended assignments across locations
- Willingness to work in field environments, including night shifts
- A sharp analytical mind for diagnosing and resolving complex system issues
- Stability, stimulating challenges, and a rewarding long-term career—far from monotonous routines
- Hands-on engagement with cutting-edge signaling technology
- Collaboration within diverse, supportive teams
- Opportunities to contribute to pioneering projects
- A dynamic and inclusive working environment
- The ability to navigate your career across functions and geographies
- Investment in your personal development through Alstom’s award-winning learning programs
- Pathways to leadership roles in project management and engineering
- A fair and vibrant compensation package that rewards your contributions, complemented by comprehensive social coverage (including life, medical, and pension benefits)