Program Development Manager

Req ID:507161 

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 hybrid Program Development Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your technical leadership and engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative and collaborative teammates. You'll play a pivotal role in driving the technical development of the ATS (Automatic Train Supervision) system for the EBI Screen programs, contributing to Alstom’s mission of shaping the future of mobility. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the business (System, Software, V&V, Safety, and Quality), coordinate technical roadmaps and baselines, and ensure the delivery of proof-of-concepts and demonstrators, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Acting as the technical project leader, structuring activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring system-level coherence,

• Coordinating all technical métiers involved, including System, Software, V&V, Safety, and Quality,

• Defining and maintaining the technical roadmap and baselines in line with the Engineering Management Plan,

• Ensuring proper application of engineering processes, standards, methods, and tools. ,

• Ensuring that the system meets the expected performance and functional requirements,

• Allocating and following up on bug fixes and anomaly corrections,

• Preparing, organizing, and monitoring Design Reviews and Peer Reviews across engineering teams,

• Acting as the main technical interface for the program, ensuring alignment with stakeholders,

• Preparing QCD analyses related to engineering scope and supporting technical planning,

• Contributing to continuous improvement, including process optimization, lessons learned, KPIs, and engineering workflow evolution.

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:

• Degree in Engineering, Software, Electronics, Computer Science, or equivalent. A Master’s degree is preferred,

• Experience or understanding of system, software, V&V, or other related fields,

• Knowledge of system/software development lifecycles and agile processes,

• Familiarity with system architecture, requirements engineering, and V&V processes,

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,

• Natural technical leadership and ability to bring multiple métiers together,

• Awareness of Safety, RAM, QCD, and product quality constraints,

• Innovative mindset, curiosity, and creativity,

• Hands-on approach, with a willingness to interact with teams on the ground and participate in train tests.

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:

• Work with cutting-edge systems and innovative technologies in the field of autonomous train operation,

• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to Alstom’s strategic initiatives and technical innovation programs,

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,

• Utilize our inclusive and innovation-driven working environment

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.