ATS Test and Commissioning Engineer

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

• As part of its awarded contract for the Circle Line 6 (CCL6) extension, Alstom will supply the Signaling System with the same specification for fit, form and function as the existing equipment and systems installed on the existing Circle Line (CCL). This work includes also the provision of generic interface cabinets to enable any other third party Signaling System provider to interface with Alstom common trackside equipment (track circuit, signals, point machines, ..etc..).

• The ATS Test & Commissioning (T&C) Engineer is responsible for the overall preparation, coordination and execution of the on-site T&C activities for the CCL Signaling system.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the development of the T&C procedures and adequate method statements based on defined specifications from the system and sub system design to meet the contractual requirements.

• Prepare, manage and lead the on-site execution of the T&C activities until final handover to the authority.

• Coordinate and lead the execution of the Integrated T&C activities (external interfaces tests) with the participating E&M contractors.

• Execute the on-site testing based on the approved subsystem procedures and Method Statements.

• Troubleshoot and provide preliminary investigations report on faults identified during the site testing.

• Perform testing and reporting activities consciously with quality,

• Maintain a close coordination with the different internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Installation, V&V and metiers experts to secure the delivery of the Signalling System under commissioning.

• Ensure the application of all EHS Golden rules (AZDP) during T&C activities.

S/he reports functionally to the ATS T&C Leader and hierarchically to the T&C Manager. Maintains a close relationship with the others members of the T&C and V&V teams.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

EDUCATION

• Minimum a diploma (or equivalent) in Engineering
  

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in commissioning of complex systems (Preferably railway),

• Knowledge in deployment processes of Driverless Signaling systems (or with similar complexity),

• Good knowledge in Signaling environments and railway operations principles,

• Ability to define the testing principles leading to the preparation of the tests plans and/or procedures and reports, ability to define acceptance criteria,

• Experience in leading the troubleshooting of complex issues involving various internal and external systems. Relevant experience in commissioning of complex systems (ATS, SCADA or similar),

• Knowledgeable in OPC client-server architectures, XML, COM/DCOM, Database (MS-SQL), Windows HMI design, basic network configuration, and operating systems fundamentals,

• Knowledgeable in common programming and scripting languages,

• Experience in software testing and problem troubleshooting.
  

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Promote teamwork and act as team player

• Well-organized, open mindset, able to work in a highly diverse and fast paced environment,

• Strong leadership, ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to guide, influence and convince others, while working in an international & diverse organization,

• Problem solver, quicker learner with good analysis skills,

• Autonomous, you have the sense of emergency in order to define priority to deliver as per commitment.

• Flexibility to work nights or weekends as and when required by the project.