System engineer (f/m/d)

Location: Mannheim, DE

Company: Alstom

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 System Engineer (f/m/d) in Mannheim we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

In Mannheim, over 1000 colleagues from 36 different countries work together to develop locomotives, as well as signal and propulsion technology for vehicles that are deployed both regionally and worldwide. Our product line Rolling Stock & Components offers products from the broadest portfolio in the rail industry. Our innovation focus is on green and smart solutions, including emission-free propulsion systems such as batteries and hydrogen. You’ll report to Domain Lead Cab & Passenger and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

We’ll look for you to:

1. Analyze, consolidate, and define the allocated requirements at the vehicle and subsystem level.
2. Consolidate operational scenarios and operability requirements of functional features.
3. Define the appropriate train functional architecture to meet internal and external requirements, including availability and safety.
4. Develop concepts and designs in alignment with the team to establish the most suitable architecture that fulfills the needs and requirements.
5. Create functional specifications, including derived requirements for the electrical architecture, train control, and subsystems.
6. Manage subsystem integration, including technical requirement documentation, hardware and software interface management, and type testing.
7. Support the validation of the functional design, including the preparation of test specifications.
8. Verify the functional design throughout the development process by simulating functional models.
9. Manage configurations and changes to ensure the integrity of the baselines.
10. Drive decisions to enhance performance and prevent delays in the development schedule.

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:

1. Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Software) or equivalent.
2. Knowledge of software development, preferably in train control, as well as knowledge of bus systems such as WTB or ETB.
3. Availability for travel, e.g., type testing at a customer’s site and on-the-job training.
4. Fluent in English, with strong communication 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:

1. Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility.
2. Enjoy a competitive remuneration package (IG Metall), 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket).
3. Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models.
4. Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries.
5. Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes.
6. Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events.
7. Enjoy a comprehensive corporate health management with various initiatives.
8. Access to corporate benefits.

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!

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.