Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada's busiest public transit system and doing so with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium, Alstom is proudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through the On-Corridor Works project. The GO Expansion scope: new electric locomotives, train control systems, network electrification, signalling, telecommunications and digital systems. Purpose:The Interlocking (IXL) and Signaling system is composed of Mechanical, Electromechanical, Electric, Electronic and Software components having the aim to ensure safe movements of trains.The purpose of the role is to act as a Techical Expert for a Signaling project, fitting the client's needs in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery. Mission and DeliverablesMember of the project engineering teamApplies processes, methods and tools as referenced by the project plansSupports the Chief Engineer and Engineering Director for identification of technical risks and definition of the system development strategy Under the direction of the Project Engineering Director, and in collaboration with the Chief Engineer, System Designers and other System Architects (s)he ensures quality, consistency, and on time delivery of the design and specification according to the project strategyLeads the system design and specifications, defines the system architecture and by application of System Engineering techniques for:System Design (conceptual design through critical thinking & holistic analysis; integration of end-users, experts and CCN recommendations; phases concurrent engineering; ensures design for testability, cybersecurity, RAM and safety; provides interface resolution and management)Technical reviews & decisionsSystem Specifications (Structured system specifications; development and integration of RAM, safety, cybersecurity, sub-system, software, hardware and V&V needs; system modelling and requirements writing, management and traceability)Application of verifications (document reviews, peer reviews)Configuration ManagementSupport project tenders activities (evolutions & anomalies analysis, design & documentation support)Prepares program/project documentsParticipates in the material selection and procurement as required for the system deliveryAlerts and reports on any event/risks that may impact the system developmentParticipates to the program CCBKeep informed of the evolution of technologies through technological watchContribute to continuous improvement (REX: Return of EXperience, process, workload estimations/metrics, )Supports the Program Development Manager for workload estimations for the system design deliverablesPromoting the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct. Performance management: Project QCD (Quality,Cost and Delivery) commitmentOn-time-delivery for IXL deliverables according to project planning and Document Master List (DML) (EDP - Engineering Delivery Performance)Defect detected on IXL (DQI - Delivery Quality Indicator)Cooperation and reactivity to support to Root Cause Analysis Identification of contract variations (through traceability & coverage of requirements) Requirements:Good analytical skill and extensive experience in signaling application design & integration10-16 years in relevant positions for railway signaling.Knowledge of Rail Systems, safety principles and signaling principles.Knowledge of CROR, CENELEC and AREMA standardsExperience in relay interlocking, computer based interlocking or CBTC signaling systemsEngineering Bachelors degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Software Engineering or related technical disciplineP. Eng certification or eligible Desirable Knowledge of Alstom Signaling and IXL products;SmartLock 400, Siemens GEO, ELIXS, EBITrack knowledge Competencies & Skills:Open-minded;Leadership, team motivatorMulti-disciplinary approach;Fluent in English;(Self) entrepreneurial;Problem setting and problem solving;Sense of urgency;Writing skills required: clarity, rigor, and concision.
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Rail Interlocking and Signaling System Architect