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Date: 21 Oct 2024
Company: Alstom
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.
Could you be the full-time Traction Control Engineer (f/m/d) in Zürich we’re looking for?
Your Future Role
140 years of Swiss railway history meet modern solutions for green mobility in Zurich. With 300 colleagues, our Zurich site serves as a global competence center for high-performance traction technology and a development hub for locomotives, bogies, mechanical and electrical systems, as well as services for the local and global markets. Our product line Rolling Stock & Components offers products from the broadest portfolio in the rail industry. Our innovation focus is on green and smart solutions, including emission-free propulsion systems such as batteries and hydrogen. You’ll report to Udo Sorg, Traction Control Site Metier Manage, and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
We’ll look for you to:
* Technical lead for the entire embedded converter software development cycle for a vehicle project
* Project setup, planning and reporting
* Coordination with Propulsion and Converter Design, Vehicle Integrator and other stakeholders
* Software design, implementation and parametrization
* Software testing on HIL-simulators, in the powerlab and during commissioning on the vehicle
* Field Support – analysis of incidents resulting from the operation of the vehicle during commissioning and during customer service
All About You
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
* Degree in Electrical engineering (MSc, BSc) with a specialization in power electronics and/or control systems
* Good knowledge of power converters, IGBT devices, traction systems and motors
* Advanced knowledge of control techniques and Microcontroller, DSP, FPGA programming
* Good knowledge of simulation tools (Matlab/Simulink, PLECS)
* German and English fluently, other languages are an advantage
Things You’ll Enjoy
Join 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 mobility
* Enjoy a competitive remuneration package and benefits such as company pension plans and discounted tickets for public transport (e.g. ZVV Bonuspass)
* Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
* Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
* Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
* Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
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!
As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
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