Engineering Director DACH Wayside (m/w/d)

Req ID:517218 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. Your Future Role At our modern office at ARTmax in Braunschweig, over 300 colleagues from 26 countries work on research and development with a focus on the digitization of rail.

Could you be the Engineering Director (f/m/d) based in Braunschweig we're looking for?In this keyrole, you will secure that all technical and design requirements for our projects are met in terms of schedule, quality, and budget, in order to successfully commission them for our customers.We’ll look for you to: Overall responsibility for the management of the Wayside Engineering departmentManagement of interfaces with all relevant stakeholders, both within and outside the Engineering Wayside organizationActive contribution to the development and implementation of the site strategyDriving continuous improvements in products, processes, collaboration, and ways of workingEnsuring the timely and quality-compliant delivery of all required engineering deliverables, from tender phase through to the services phaseMonitoring site engineering activities and providing transparent and efficient

reporting to the Site Managing Director and the Global Engineering platformDirect leadership of the local engineering organization, as well as coordination and alignment with the Development Center and other involved Engineering organizations, in particular in Charleroi and IndiaAccountable for:Accountability for engineering tender commitments as well as project and (where applicable) R&D engineering performance in terms of Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD)Management and optimization of site engineering workload and resource allocationEnsuring full adherence to Ethics and Compliance standardsGuaranteeing the implementation and continuous improvement of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) practices within engineeringOverall responsibility for people and resource management within the engineering organizationEnsuring compliance with and continuous development of engineering processes,

tools, and methodsMonitoring and transparent communication of engineering KPIsOversight of key technical decisions and, where applicable, safety-critical topicsMonitoring and steering engineering activities within project cost optimization (to-cost) programs, where applicableFull responsibility for the engineering cost center, including budget planning and controlActively supporting, fostering, and promoting innovation initiativesEnsuring timely and high-quality execution of the people management cycle, including performance management, training, and development plans to achieve targeted competency levelsAll About You Master’s degree in Engineering or a comparable qualificationMinimum of 10 years of management experience in the railway industry, including work package management as well as risk and opportunity managementIn-depth knowledge of engineering processes, tools, and

methodologiesStrong capabilities in technical decision-making, including the application of value analysis methodologiesExperience in defining and implementing engineering strategies and visionProven expertise in engineering planning and resource coordinationStrong team management skills, with the ability to lead, coordinate, and ensure effective collaboration across multi-site and cross-functional teamsDemonstrated leadership skills with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong result orientationExperience working in multinational environments and across diverse business culturesInternational mindset and willingness to operate in a global contextFluent in English with excellent communication skills; proficiency in German is considered a strong assetThings You’ll EnjoyJoin us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills

and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobilityEnjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)Work in a modern work place with excellent public transportation accessOptimize work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working modelsExplore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countriesBenefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programsThrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee eventsAccess to corporate benefits 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! Important to noteAs a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. Job Type: Experienced