Testing and Commissioning Engineering Technician

4 weeks ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Alstom Full time

Req ID:438895

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 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.


JOB TITLE & JOB CODE



Title: Testing and Commissioning Engineering Technician

Location: Durban, South Africa



PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • Carry out the test of trains in accordance with the testing procedure and as per the delivery schedule


ORGANISATION



Organisation structure (job belongs to...)

Industrial

Reports directly to:

Test EPU (Elementary Production Unit) Manager



Other reporting to:

PrTCM (Project T&CM anager) , Train Manager

Direct reports:

n.a.



Network & Links



Internal

  • T&C: Test Engineering Engineer/Technician, Project T&C Manager, Train Manager
  • Validation: TVE, Validation Engineer
  • Industrial: Manufacturing team
  • Quality: Industrial Quality Engineer, SQA (Sourcing Quality Assurance) Engineer
  • DIS (Digital Information Systems): SIG teams
  • Integrating & Participating Units


External

  • Customer representatives, suppliers


MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

  • Performance measurement:
  • CONQ (Cost of Non Quality) (internal & external to testing)
  • EHS (Environment, Health, Safety): Zero Fatality and Severe Injuries
  • Productivity
  • Lead Time
  • Customer acceptance before commissioning
  • Responsibilities:
  • o Understand in detail the Acceptance Criteria as per the contractual requirements for the Project/Product.
  • o Ensure that contractor performs the required testing and commission as per the applicable SOP in order to meet the acceptance criteria and support locomotive handover.
  • o Support Manufacturing, when required to carry out the systematic Hand Over to testing.
  • o Ensure and check that all Serial Test Procedures are completed and verification of test reports
  • o Ensure that the documentation follows through to completion in terms of Car History Book updates/uploads
  • o Participate in related meetings and engagements to ensure handover of locomotive as per MPS
  • o Manage the repair of failures as soon as they appear through the contractor and ensure timeous completion as required. Lead the repairs that become the responsibility of the BTSA PI team from start to completion
  • o Trace with precision and rigor each failure using the appropriate tools in a safe manor.
  • o In case where faults cannot be resolved by yourself, ensure timeous escalation , escalate to the Test Manager to reduce downtime as much as possible
  • o Always seek to improve the way of working within the required boundaries and propose improvements of the processes.
  • o Ensure Interface and perfect working relationship with: other Test Engineering Technician, Industrial Quality, Methods and the customer teams, and any other stakeholders involve in the process
  • o Report any non-up-to-date / none compliant testing tools to the manager.
  • o Ensure that you are aware of the team and individual KPI's and associated performance against the respective KPI's to ensure that the team meets the testing schedule
  • o When and if required, support with physically installations of components in the testing station
  • o Report EHS Deviations, Near-misses and Accidents.
  • o Monitor and report testing performance
  • o Ensure that all required reporting happens on a monthly, weekly and daily basis.
  • o compliance to EHS rules and regulations at all time.
  • o Support with recurring fault investigations and develop solutions to address the problem.
  • o Use the available Locomotive system software diagnostic tools to assist with fault finding.
  • o Devises test procedures to evaluate system performance on locomotive systems and components through failure analysis
  • o Participate and lead special project for improvement of competent, sub components and improvements on the locomotive
  • o Support the service sites when necessary
  • o Ensure collaboration with team members to reach collective and individual objective.
  • o Ensure workable relationship building and maintenance with the contactor in relation to the testing and commissioning.
  • o Always act ethical and ensure compliance at all times


MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES



Educational Requirements



Mandatory:

  • B.Tech Engineer (Electrical / Electromechanical)
  • Fluent in English


Desirable:



Experience



Mandatory:

  • Minimum 5 years working experience (at this level) in a electrical/electronic/pneumatic testing environment
  • Rolling Stock (Locomotive / train) experience will be an advantage
  • Railway safety & RAMS experience
  • Environment, Health and Safety knowledge/exposure
  • Hands on Test & Commissioning, fault finding & repair experience
  • Proven track record of Data analytics experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • experience in Industrial activities related to Electrical, Control, onboard communications & network systems within process industry, railways or factory automation
  • Be familiar with high risk activities in association with Electrical work and EHS requirements


Desirable:

  • Good knowledge in IT tools and smart devices
  • General Railway knowledge


Competencies & Skills:

  • Ability to have a good communication with other colleagues and other functions (engineering, manufacturing, industrial, quality, ...)
  • Ability for problem-solving and efficient decision-making in complex environment
  • Ability to work across sites/functions in a multi-cultural environment
  • Advanced computer literacy with computer System Diagnostic skills
  • Reading of drawings and schematics
  • Sound Mechanical and Electrical Fault-finding skills
  • Solid Electrical / Mechanical background and understanding of engineering principles
  • Accurate and analytical fault reporting and report writing
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Quality principles
  • Knowledge of maintenance principle
  • Maximo knowledge will be an advantage
  • Competent is using Test, Faultfinding and repair tools and equipment.
  • Willing to travel between sites if required
  • Shift work will be required
  • Be able to do hands on repairs and use tools
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good team player and be able to work in a team


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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