CAD Mechanical Technician Traction
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 11, 2026.
Req ID:519826
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.
JOB TITLE & JOB CODE
Job Title(Job Code):
EN-DR-42: Traction Mechanical CAD Designer
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
- Developing design solutions (aka installations) within the DMU
- Playing a key role in their complete life cycle, from specification to production support and industrial validation, in a collaborative work environment
ORGANISATION
Organisation structure (job belongs to..)
Engineering (Site)
Reports directly to:
EN-GR-02: (Site) Mechanical Domain Leader (MDL)
Operationally reports to:
EN-DT-03 / Traction Design Leader (TDL)
Other reporting to:
None
Direct reports:
None
Network & Links
Internal
- Internal suppliers
- Engineering counterparts- Structural integrity discipline engineers
- Project Industrial representatives
- Project Maintenance representatives
External
- External suppliers upon request
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Performance Measurement/KPI’s
- Respect of committed lead time
Responsibilities
Accountable for:
- Delivering design solutions (aka installations) including:
-- Designing and pre-dimensioning design solutions (aka installations) main parts interfaces
-- Designing design solutions (aka installations) main parts (if decision of design make)
-- Checking and integrating design solutions (aka installations) main 3D parts (if part design is purshased)
-- Producing associated drawings and integrating meta data
-- Checking other CAD work in peer review, or work produced by another site on the design solution (aka installation) on relevant scope
- Performing stack up analysis intenal to the design solution (aka installation) (when required)
- Considering RoE and implementing problem solving methodologies on relevant scope
Responsible for
- Performing and maintaining SAM (Space Allocation Model) in accordance with progressive maturity rules considering all constraints
- Creating annotated SAM for exchanges with suppliers
- Checking compliancy of suppliers feedback with relevant SAM
- Producing and communicating weight information
- Instructing Engineering change requests and executing Engineering change in relevant scope
- Reporting on progress and status
Contributes to
- Concurrent engineering with indus, internal and external suppliers
- Subsystem-level dimensional stack-up analyses
- Production support (back-office and shop floor)
- First Mounting Review
- Identification of mock up necessary for work verification
MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Educational Requirements& Experience
Mandatory:
- Advanced technician certificate
Desirable:
Experience
Mandatory:
3D Modelling, drawing/FTA creation
Design in heavy industry
Desirable:
Railway industry experience is considered an asset
Competencies & Skills
Technical
- English basics in read/writing and technical meetings
- PLM4A / Catia V6
Behavioral
- Rigorous
- Strong initiative and proactive behavior in daily activities
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.