Quality Field Lead Engineer at ALSTOM
Toronto, ON, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Aug, 25

Experience

4 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

French, Written Communication, Documentation, Reporting, Management System, T&C, Test Equipment, Inspectors, Closure, It, Checklists, Customer Requirements

Industry

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

Description

Req ID:490465
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.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

A degree in one of the following fields, or a related technical discipline, is preferred:
General Engineering,
Quality Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering and
Electrical/electronic engineer

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

Ideally with 4 years of experience in railway-infrastructure industry
Must be able to read blueprints and familiar with a variety of test equipment
Awareness on process and products
Experience in Quality / Audit are appreciated

BEHAVIORAL SKILLS

Rigor and attention to detail, ability to work independently, capacity to lead, strong verbal and written communication, and ability to manage a team.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Process-oriented.
Safety-focused

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English
French is a plus.
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!

Responsibilities

The Quality Field Lead Engineer is responsible for ensuring effective control, inspection, and reporting of installed Digital and Integrated Systems (D&IS) products. This role leads and coordinates a team of Quality Inspectors and works closely with the Installation, Testing & Commissioning (T&C), and Certification & Authorisation (C&A) teams. The primary objective is to support the achievement of project targets related to quality, cost, delivery, performance, and safety, in full alignment with customer requirements.

  • Support the PrQSM in the implementation and the management of Quality Management System and Quality Field Operations.
  • Support the PrQSM in developing, implementing and managing Quality Control Plan, Reports and Documentation in the field.
  • Ensure and be a player in infrastructure handover, and readiness reviews for installation.
  • Establish and plan Quality Field Activities.
  • Manage and support Quality Field Inspectors.
  • Organising and leading on the field during audits, inspections, witness and holding points with customer representative.
  • Ensure the proper execution of the installation work.
  • Lead and perform Quality Field Inspections in accordance with approved ITPs/procedures.
  • Establish the proper inspection execution is carry out by Quality Inspectors.
  • Ensure inspection sheets associated with inspections, witness and holding points are completed and up to date.
  • Identify, document, record potential non-conformities and deficiencies resulting from quality inspections, and anomalies reported by Installation and T&C teams.
  • Lead root cause analysis with stakeholders, supporting develop of action plan and follow up implementation of actions for resolution of problems on the field, throughout the different methodologies (8D, QRQC, Change Request, etc.).
  • Follow up open items with Installation and T&C Team for closure.
  • Secure proper completeness of Quality Control reports and related quality documents by inspectors are compliant with quality requirements.
  • Consolidate and prepare all Quality Control Reports and Customer Quality Records for submission and final acceptance.
  • Report progress on installation works and quality activities (KPIs, Status of works and activities) to PrQSM on a weekly basis.
  • Secure that the latest approved documentation (plans, checklists, drawings, etc.) is available on site for use.
  • Be main Quality appointed person for the Takeover Process (Installation) and Handover Process (T&C) ensuring these are duly followed.
  • Complete and submit safety observations and field reports as required.
  • Establish and implement 5S philosophy on the field to maintain it in good working conditions.
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