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Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Engineer, and you'll be looking at a career-defining role based in
Las Vegas, Nevada.PurposeThe Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Engineer is responsible for overseeing installation supervision and executing commissioning activities for railway signaling subsystems (e.g., Interlocking [IXL], Automatic Train Control [ATC], Data Communication Systems [DCS], etc.). The role ensures systems are delivered successfully and handed over to the customer or warranty phase in full compliance with project requirements.
Governance & Process Leadership• Deploy and ensure strict adherence to Alstom Installation and T&C processes and standards across all site activities.
• Manage internal (Engineering, Installation) and external (Customer, Partners, Third Parties) technical interfaces to ensure smooth execution of T&C activities.
• Promote a culture of process discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Capture, formalize, and share Return on Experience (REX), contributing to process, tool, and reference library improvements.
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and process gaps, and propose corrective and improvement actions.
System Testing & Commissioning- Perform and coordinate field testing and commissioning activities for CBTC systems.
- Validate proper integration and functionality of signaling, train control, and station systems.
- Execute key testing phases:
• Post Installation Check-Out (PICO)
• Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• System Integration Testing (SIT) - Apply a structured and systematic testing methodology, aligned with project milestones.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve issues through troubleshooting, log analysis, and root cause analysis.
- Record and manage Non-Conformities (NCRs) and defects with full traceability until closure.
- Ensure proper reporting and evidence collection to support validation and certification activities.
Documentation & Compliance- Prepare, review, and maintain commissioning plans, test procedures, and test reports.
- Ensure all T&C activities are performed in compliance with:
• Contractual requirements
• Technical specifications
• Alstom standards and processes. - Verify system compliance with functional, performance, and safety requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date method statements and procedures for installation and commissioning scope.
- Support definition and execution of cut-over strategies (especially for brownfield projects).
Coordination & Handover- Collaborate with Design, Installation, and Operations teams to ensure site readiness for commissioning activities.
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to support smooth execution.
- Prepare and maintain 4-week lookahead plans, aligned with project schedule and priorities.
- Participate in site coordination and access planning meetings, ensuring activity alignment with site constraints.
- Facilitate training and handover to Operations & Maintenance teams.
- Provide regular progress updates, KPI tracking, and reporting, identifying and resolving technical or operational blockers.
Safety, Quality & Project Performance (QCD)• Ensure strict compliance with EHS requirements, leading hazard identification and mitigation for site activities.
• Contribute to achieving project Quality, Cost, Delivery objectives through efficient execution and proactive risk management.
• Ensure implementation of a zero-incident and zero-defect approach in all T&C activities.
• Support Safety and Quality teams with accurate test reports and deviation analysis.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 4 years of experience in railway signaling or communication systems testing & commissioning
- Experience in CBTC, ERTMS, or similar rail systems
- Experience in site execution, system integration testing, and troubleshooting
Competencies & Skills- Deep understanding of rail operations and safety protocols.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Adaptability to high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours (nights, weekends, holidays).
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Customer-focused and results-driven.
- Technologically adept and open to learning new tools.
- Valid driving license
Salary Range$100,000 - $120,000