Mechanical Engineer/Designer, Interiors Development Center (CDS Interiors)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026.
Req ID:505372
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.
Pursuing its strategy in matter of Interiors design development, Alstom is now deploying its Interiors Development Center (CDS) for the Americas Region in its St-Bruno, Canada Site, complementing the Sites of Bangalore, India and Valenciennes, France. Each center has its own multidisciplinary Team of Expert Engineers, technicians, buyers, quality, industrial, Project Management, all specialized in Interiors domains. Their mission is to develop the Interiors Products of the future and to execute the projects they are responsible for, from the Tenders and up to the delivery of materials to the assembly line.
Join us as Mechanical Engineer/Designer, Interiors Development Center (CDS), and you’ll be looking at a career-defining role based in St-Bruno, Canada
JOB PURPOSE
As the Mechanical Engineer/Designer of the new Interiors Development Site (CDS), you will be responsible for the development and engineering of the Interiors components and sub-assemblies in compliance with the Centre of Excellence Interiors Quality, cost and time (QCD) commitments.
RESPONSABILITIES:
- Define the concepts and perform the design of interiors components and sub assemblies for the scopes under your responsibilities; from the tender to the first mounting on the car, including the concepts, the geometry, the weight, acoustics eco design, aerodynamics and aeraulic and other performance requirements
- In line with the Project objectives, you will be responsible to deliver quality designs which meet the cost targets and on time
- To perform your activities, your primary tool will be the digital mock-up using Catia V5 and DMA, and taking into consideration inputs such as weight, acoustics, and other train requirements
- Deploy and apply on your scope the project development procedures, leveraging catalogue and standard solutions of the CDS Interiors
- Optimize the parts design to reach recurring and non-recurring costs targets and ensure the committed planning
- Be responsible for the respect of interiors parts engineering planning on his/her scope
- Leverage external engineering sub-contractors and/or internal CAD engineers to assist you and to support in your activities.
- Ensure deliverable quality & their acceptance by internal customer
- Ensure configuration management of his/her scope
- Prepare design review elements
- Includes tolerance analysis and stack-up through your design evolutions
- Support Quality team during suppliers review on his/her scope
AS OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE :
- You are a Mechanical Professional Engineer or have a College degree in mechanical engineering
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in design of mechanical parts, preferably in railway, automotive & bus Industries
- Excellent skills and proficient in CATIA V5 and use of Excel & other MS Office
- Work experience with Suppliers in similar domain is a plus
- Ability to prioritize and to work effectively under pressure to meet the deadline.
- You are able to work in an international environment and matrix organization structure.
- Member of OIQ (Professional Engineers)
- You have good written and spoken communication skills.
- You are fluent in French & English
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