Test Technician

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, more than 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 Test Technician in Kingston, ON we’re looking for?

Your future role

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

Your main mission is to execute test on serial production for Signaling and Network products based on Quality, Cost, Delivery (QCD) and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements. Ensure the testing, troubleshooting and follow-up of electronic equipment in compliance with the SQCD in compliance with EHS policies. 

You'll play a central role in ensuring the smooth testing and delivery of signaling products for one of Canada’s largest public transit transformation projects. 

The main responsibilities are:

• Execute testing activities on railway signaling equipment´s under the direction of his / her hierarchy according to the testing procedure / documentation and following Subsystem instructions
• Identify malfunctions detected in the test and carry out corrective actions
• Check that the test tools are in perfect working order and calibrated
• Replace defective equipment and ensure its repair in accordance with the procedures in force
• In the event of a non-conformity observed during the testing phase, make a return experience (REX) towards the project, ensure that all design related issues are correctly reported in the adequate tools, including the defect description and associated test context
• Deliver the committed performance in terms of Quality, Costs and Deadlines and in compliance with Alstom policies, local standards and regulations (in particular EHS and Railway Safety)
• Construct of test set-up of limited complexity or part of more complex test set-up to perform the required test activity
• Support Test Lead activities 
• Work on fault finding and expertise
• Management of test instrumentation and acquisition/analysis devices used for test set-up
• Report EHS problems relevant to performed instrumentation and test activities
• Execution of low level data analysis for evaluation of test results
• Ensure functionality of the required test set-up within constraint of agreed cost resource 
• Set up testing tools and equipment: machine, workstation, test bench, inspection tool
• Clean and maintain working areas and testing tools/equipment
• Respect task time and quality level assigned by operating instructions, methods process and MRP routine
• Alert Team Leader on process drift or quality problem
• Respect ESD rules for electronics devices production
• Comply with EHS rules
• Deal with testing of products/components related to railway signaling and electrical equipment and wires
• Contribute to products Manufacturing Feedback to support functions in order to improve SQCD performance
• Spread best environmental and EHS practices in the team

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:

Competencies and skills:

• Experienced and qualified technician or experienced worker in Electronics or Electrical domain and Data Communication
• Technical bachelor degree or diploma in Electronics or Electrical domain preferred 
• Capability to perform testing activities based on communication protocols on products with owned hardware, firmware and software. Upload configurations and flash ROMs.
• Knowledge and ability to read and understand test procedures and technical drawings
• Knowledge and capability to use of testing tools and equipment like LabView, Multsim and Modbus
• Capability to identify problems and misfunction
• Capability to strictly follow written work instructions, QCD standards EHS requirements 
• Manual skill
• Good attitude for teamworking and professional accuracy 
• Experience in Railway industry, preferably within an industrialization environment for signaling products preferred
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Fluent in English

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 new standards for rail signaling and material management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues
• Contribute to innovative, high-impact projects
• Utilize our flexible and inclusive working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning programs
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

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​