Alstom · 1 day ago
VIE - Traction Engineer
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAlstom is a global leader in transport networks, offering a wide range of mobility solutions. They are seeking a Traction Engineer to support the commercial service and validation activities of High Speed Trains, serving as the local expert and coordinating with teams in France.
Energy EfficiencyInfrastructureTransportation
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary interface between the commissioning & warranty team at the depot and the Traction System Engineer (TrSE) in Tarbes
Guide troubleshooting efforts by analyzing data from control electronics, such as event logs and perturbographs, to identify failed components
Ensure components are only removed when necessary and for valid reasons
Conduct measurements on the train (using perturbographs or instrumentation) as needed to investigate failures or confirm issue resolution
Promote use of the troubleshooting guide and contribute suggestions for its improvement
Assist Train Validation teams (excluding Tarbes personnel) with issues related to the traction drive
Utilize all available investigation tools to determine whether issues are internal or external to the traction drive
Prepare and deliver a daily report to the Project Engineering Manager (PrEM) and Traction System Engineer (TrSE)
Analyze event logs collected by the on-board control electronics using the TrainTracer tool
Identify recurring anomalies through Pareto analysis of traction drive faults
Perform statistical analysis to determine conditions under which faults occur, guiding further investigations
Deploy perturbographs as defined by the TrSE to capture contextual data (e.g., voltage, current, speed) based on predefined trigger criteria
Monitor and track deployment across the fleet by maintaining an up-to-date follow-up file
Produce an analysis report for each perturbograph trace collected
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in electrical engineering or power electronics
Demonstrate autonomy in environments characterised by numerous uncertainties, such as train availability and coordination with local personnel
To perform tasks with diligence and systematic organization to ensure complete traceability
Maintain focus on factual information
Languages: French, English
Preferred
Prior experience with rolling stock is appreciated, but it is not a requirement
Company
Alstom
Alstom is a global leader in the world of power generation, power transmission, and rail infrastructure.
Founded in 1928
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$17.71M2021-12-01Series Unknown· $10M
2014-10-27Grant· $1.2M
2011-04-12Grant· $6.51M
Leadership Team
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