Job Openings at Alstom

Purpose of the Job

• To develop specifications for one or more functions / sub systems which will be designed and implemented on new generation passenger trains.  To lead the engineering studies to reach the required performances for each function/sub system (this includes Requirement Management, calculations and simulations, technical discussions with suppliers and internal departments, defining and executing the type tests on sub system and train level, performing root cause analysis and developing modification proposals).
• By delegation of TSE, specify one or several train functions, and associated sub-system(s) at train level and lead technically the engineering studies to reach the required performances at train level.
• All Projects with external suppliers: supervise and validates sub-system selection
• Project he/she is in charge of manages project development with supplier and customer (TSE-TDE-TCE)
• Perform the Validation activities for part of the train delegated by the TVE during project execution
•  Writes the Train test specifications and procedures

Responsibilities and objectives:

• Performing requirement development based on reference and applicable documents in close collaboration with relevant specialists, local and international Standards, Certification, Safety and Customer requirements.
• Defining system architecture, operational modes and functions based on external/internal requirements
• Performing the specialist field (e.g. EMC, Acoustics, and Fire Protection) requirement allocation to the various subsystems in close collaboration with local and international experts.
• Performing train system FMECA in coordination with RAMS team
• Ensuring consistency and compatibility between all the sub-systems specifications,
• Writing sub-system specification and architecture description in collaboration with the sub system engineers, other engineering sites and other engineering departments.
• Supporting the Train System Engineer to define applicable train configurations
• Ensuring coordination between Sub Systems, various engineering sites and central engineering on interfaces, performances, technical issues resolution during detailed design phase.
• Participating in technical meetings with the customer
• Working with the sourcing department to write technical product specifications for equipment to be procured, holding technical discussions with suppliers, participating in the supplier development and testing of their products.  To discuss with suppliers about non-performing/non-compliant topics in the warranty phase.
• Drives technical development of the product until GFV in close relationship with suppliers
• Defining and performing Train verification strategy in close collaboration with all Engineering departments, Certification & Validation teams, Train Sub System Team and Participating Units.
• Writing the train level test specifications and sub system test specifications when needed.
• Performing integration and tuning on the train
• Complete management of technical open issues from investigation to modification implementation and problem closure.
• Performing reporting at project level and métier level (via weekly reports)
• Supporting TSE for implementation and update of Engineering risks mitigation plan, change order process and QCD optimisation
• Prepares DR with suppliers (sub-system/product level) or with TSE (train/product integration level)
• Manages the technical Sub-System ESLI/RAPR
• Ensures that standard key design rules are applied with Platform and Sourcing colleagues.
• Ensures that the Métiers tools are well applied (connector, costing tool, DRCL ….)
• Execute activities given by the Train System Engineer (TSE)
• Update the Validation Plan
• Write Train System test procedures
• Ensure the timely issuing of the Validation proves (including proves of lower level systems and components) and consolidates Validation files
•  Provide structured Return of experience (REX) to feed costing activities, to be implementd in Reference Solutions, and to enrich the CV metier technical repository.

Qualifications and desired knowledge/experience

Minimum education required

• BSc / B.Eng. in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic/ Mechatronics/Eletro-Mechanical Degree
• Registered or Registerable as a Professional Engineer with ECSA

Minimum experience required

• At least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role (preference will be given to candidates with experience in the railway industry)

Profile :

• General technical competencies in Engineering
• Understanding of Pneumatic Diagrams and symbols a MUST
• Written and Oral communication in English
• Willing to live the Gibela Values (Trust and Respect, Teamwork and Partnership, Focus and Drive and Influence the future)

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• You are in charge of executing physical flows of the goods (purchased and manufactured items delivered from external suppliers and linefeed ): Short blasting, put away, storage, picking and line feeding, packing, shipping, materials handling inventory counts. Your target is to support production line on time per station as per MPS requirements.

ORGANISATION

Organization structure (job belongs to..)

• AMECA/RSC/Supply Chain
• Reports directly to:
• Logistics Supervisor
• Other reporting to:
• Planning Specialist

Network & Links

• Internal
• Production team
•  ME & Material Planner
• Quality teams (incoming, quality inspectors, )
• External
• Truck drivers
   

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

Main tasks:

• Apply rules in order to operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Operates equipment to clean dirt, scale, and core materials from steel castings with blasts of steel shot
• Lay out components in preparation to shotblast.
• Presses control panel buttons to adjust equipment settings for manual or Automatic operations, length of cycle, sequence and timing of various operations
• Set up, operate, or tend machines for shotblasting of small parts and blasting of products been manufactured
• Maintaining shotblast equipment
• Ensure and comply with safety standards guidelines, policies and procedures
• Ensure inventory control & optimised material flow within the site – including picking, packing, offloading, kitting and stock counting.
• Ensure the preservation of materials during all processes (handling, storage, line feeding, NCR, shipment, ..)
• Detect, treat anomalies and know how to report those that cannot be resolved to the Supervisor
• Prioritize its activities according to emergencies (manage missing parts, …)
• Participate in the continuous improvement of the processes by being a force of proposal ( APSYS)
• Assisting with other warehouse & logistics tasks and ensuring a preparedness for changing production demands.
• Below the different key process activities where logistic operators can work :
• Storage
• Understand Logistics/supply chain Golden rules
• Apply safe conditions of storage (max. weight capacity) and EHS rules for hazardous materials
• Proceed to report  scrap after receiving the management authorization
• Inventory
• Respect and follow procedures for inventory counting rules (blind count, stock reconciliation and delegation of authority,
• Picking & line feeding
• Perform the picking and kitting activities on time as per picking list  (picking-list, labels)  and prepare material for the production line at the expected level (parts individually identified, protected and easily accessible)
• Respect the footprint as per layout & making sure that all materials are clearly labelled and easily identified
• Packing & shipping
• Treat the delivery to PRD request on time, realize packing accordingly.
• NCR logistic cell
• Carry out the logistical processing of NCR (Non Conformity Report) according to the established NCR process
• Track the NCR physically and in the system (segregated or jail area, blocked stock, …)
• Create, treat and follow the logistics NCR based on the inputs provided by the teams (detection of non-compliance, …)
• Work closely with quality and material planning teams on a daily basis to solve and close the NCR within a reasonable delay
• Handling
• Respect the handling and storage rules in force (have the required specific qualifications, driving license, …)
• Housekeeping duties

 MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES
Educational Requirements Logistics experience will be advantageous
Mandatory Education

• Matric

Desirable:

• Logistics or Supply chain Certificate/Diploma
• Experience 2– 5 years working experience within a warehouse / logistics environment

Mandatory:

• Experience of forklift driving (for forklift drivers only)
• Forklift driving license (for forklift drivers only)
• Knowledgeable of warehouse /Stores environment
• Basics Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S