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System Engineer

@ Alstom

Saint-Bruno, Quebec

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Overview

Alstom is hiring a bilingual Systems Architecture Engineer at its St-Bruno site near Montreal to define train system architecture and technical requirements. The role is a permanent full-time position with a hybrid schedule of 3 office days per week plus occasional travel to Quebec, Ontario and US sites.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop technical and cross-functional requirements
  • Define train system architecture and operating modes
  • Define verification strategy and write test specifications
  • Resolve technical issues during commercial introduction

Requirements summary:

  • University degree BSc/MSc in engineering or related field
  • Expertise in computer and technical system architectures
  • Excellent French and English communication
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and SAP

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Employer posting date
2026-10-29
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

DepartmentEngineering
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelground: moderate
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish, French
EducationBachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyEngineering
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Paid training

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Full company description

Rail has the power to shape how societies grow, connect, and decarbonise. At Alstom, we turn this potential into reality, moving over 100 million people daily with safe, smart, and sustainable mobility solutions.

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Reported office locations
  • 48, rue Albert Dhalenne, Saint-Ouen, 93 400, FR
Other recorded names
  • Alstom
Specialties
  • Rail vehicles
  • Rail infrastructure
  • Turnkey systems & Services
  • Signaling
  • Services
  • Transportation
  • Mobility
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Integrated Transport Systems
  • Signalling
  • Digital Mobility
  • Multimodality
  • and Passenger solutions
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Rail has the power to shape how societies grow, connect, and decarbonise. At Alstom, we turn this potential into reality, moving over 100 million people daily with safe, smart, and sustainable mobility solutions.

FieldValue
IndustryTransportation Equipment Manufacturing
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersSaint-Ouen
Organization typePublic Company
SpecialtiesRail vehiclesRail infrastructureTurnkey systems & ServicesSignalingServicesTransportationMobilitySustainable MobilityIntegrated Transport Systems Signalling
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Job description

Req ID:504412

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.

Our organization, the railway sector, our projects attract you, we have a position that might interest you.

Will you be our future Systems Architecture Engineer?

Your future role

The systems architecture team is responsible for ensuring that the design and integration of equipment comply with all regional requirements and standards, thereby ensuring the reliable and safe operation of the train as a whole.

Within this team, the role of Systems Architecture Engineer is fundamental to translating client requirements and needs into appropriate solutions by providing expertise in systems engineering. In this context, you are responsible for developing technical requirements and defining the architecture of various train systems while adhering to Business, Standards, Certification, Safety, Platform, and Client requirements.

You are bilingual (French-English) with expertise in systems integration and a good understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software concepts—you are our ideal candidate.This position, based at the St-Bruno site on the South Shore of Montreal, is a permanent full-time role (40 hours/week) - Ability to work in an international, multi-site, and matrix organization. Hybrid work environment – 3 days in the office, with additional days required for critical projects. Occasional travel to Alstom sites or customer locations in Quebec, Ontario, and the US.

Your main responsibilities

  • Develop technical and cross-functional requirements and allocate them to the various subsystems
  • Define the train system architecture, operating modes, and operational functionalities
  • Define and implement the train verification strategy and write the test specifications.
    Resolve technical issues during the commercial introduction of the train.
    Strictly adhere to the existing processes, methods, and tools corresponding to these activities

Your mission

  • Ensure technical leadership by demonstrating method, rigor, and proactivity
  • Comply with client requirements and ensure the quality of your deliverables
  • Maintain close collaboration with the engineering teams dedicated to the project
  • Monitor the project level (towards the lead engineer, via KPIs) and the business level
  • Continuous improvement / management of lessons learned (LoE) from previous projects

About You

We value passion and personality as much as experience. To thrive and achieve your goals in this role, the following are essential:

  • University degree BSc/MSc in Engineering or a related field
  • Expertise in developing and integrating computer and technical system architectures to ensure their coherence, performance, and security- Familiarity with engineering processes and analysis tools/methodologies
  • Excellent communication skills in both English and French required-
  • Proficiency in computer tools (Microsoft Suite, SAP)

What you will enjoy in this role and working at ALSTOM:

  • Working daily in an innovative project environment where the health, safety, and well-being of teams are a priority.
  • Benefiting from competitive compensation, including comprehensive social coverage (life, medical, retirement) from the start of employment.
  • Developing new skills and your full potential through the continuous training offered.
  • Opportunities that match your ambitions within the organization.

It's not only train enthusiasts who thrive with us. If you enjoy challenges, we would be delighted to talk with you!

Bilingualism

Proficiency in French and English is required. Knowledge of a third language is considered an asset when working with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers. In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company.

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 note

As 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​

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