HVAC Test Technician

at  ALSTOM

Req ID:449802
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.
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.
Alstom is the UK & Ireland’s leading supplier of new trains and train services, and a leading signalling and rail infrastructure provider. Alstom have built, or are building, just under 40% of the UK mainline train fleet; as well as the entire fleets in service with London Underground and Dublin Luas. We provide the widest range of smart solutions in the rail market, from innovative high-speed rolling stock, metros and trams to maintenance, modernisation, infrastructure and signalling.
Req ID: 449802

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.
As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
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!

YOUR FUTURE ROLE

Due to the growth and internalization of the UK ALSTOM overhaul portfolio, Crewe has been given the opportunity to recruit a HVAC test/Diagnostic technician. This role is required to support the demanding production activities related to the overhaul of various rail HVAC systems commencing in May 2024.
The role will be reporting into the site industrial team and primarily be involved in the technical support for the daily production throughput Of Saloon and Cab HVAC units from various customers across the UK.

We’ll look to you for:

• The overhaul process will consist of the removal and renewal/replacement of the main refrigeration components such as compressor, condenser, evaporator , TX valve, filter drier etc. and associated electrical protection and control components. Full functional testing is then required to validate this overhaul
• Supporting production staff by fault finding failing overhauled units in both refrigerant and electrical aspects
• Conducting performance testing following the overhaul
• Be able to read electrical schematics
• Process auditing inline with F-Gas regulations
• Collating trend data from the production processes to propose improvements

Required competencies for the role are:

• A background in Heating / Ventilation / AC / Chiller systems
• Experience in the diagnosing of system faults, repair and maintenance of refrigeration and electrical circuits
• NVQ Level 2&3 in Air conditioning and refrigeration?
• F-GAS and ODS qualified – C &C 2079 Cat 2
• A suitable electrical qualification, such as BS7671, C&G 2365, 2357
• Fault finding of refrigeration and electrical system