Signalling Functional Tester

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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 Signalling Functional Tester in Toronto, ON we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and leadership expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused teammates.

Overview

This role requires strict adherence to the project strategy, company policies, and standards, including Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), railway safety regulations, local legislation, and professional standards, while meeting project Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets.

The Test & Commissioning Tester is responsible for the execution and supervision of testing and commissioning activities for the OnCorr project within the Metrolinx operating area.

As a safety-critical position, the Test & Commissioning Tester plays a vital role in validating the signalling system and ensuring compliance with legal requirements, as well as Metrolinx and AREMA standards. The Test & Commissioning Tester reports to the Project Commissioning Manager to define, plan, and allocate the testing scope across the various stages of the project.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute testing activities
  • in support to one or several Projects on railway signalling systems under the direction of his / her hierarchy
  • according to the testing procedure / documentation and following Project Commissioning Manager and / or Tester in Charge instructions
• Ensure defects identification and correction (trouble shooting)
• In the event of a non-conformity observed during the commissioning phase, make a return experience (REX) towards the project, and ensure that all design related issues are correctly reported in the adequate tools, including the defect description and associated test context
• Ensure follow-up of detected issues and deliver the commissioning reports.
• Check that the test tools are in perfect working order and calibrated.
• Support V&V team and perform test in lab as per request under the responsibility of the V&V Manager
• 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.
• Develop T&C procedures based on defined specifications and requirements in area of specialization to meet contractual requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to individuals or teams for tools, procedure and in resolving problems
• Report on a regular basis to the Project Commissioning Manager on progress and issues
• Report on the anomalies arising during site testing and interfaces with engineering team towards to close the anomaly
• Proactive supporting development of resources competency to other T&C team members
• Lead and oversee testing activities ensuring compliance to health and safety project requirements

Key Performance Indicators

• Efficiency and proactivity during the execution of the T&C tests
• Compliance to EHS (Zero Deviation) and Regulatory standards
• Quality of anticipation, monitoring and reporting

Experience & Requirements

• College diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of experience and education
• 2-3 years experience in Test and Commissioning in a Railway Environment
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, Environment requirements
• Available to work at night, during weekends and on public holidays
• Rigorous & team player
• Resilience, with an analytic way of thinking in order to solve complex system failures
• Customer satisfaction and results orientated
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