Software Configuration Engineer (f/m/d)

Salzgitter, Lower Saxony, Germany

• Category: Software Engineering

Description

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At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, subways, monorails, and trams to turnkey systems, maintenance, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility, we offer our customers the broadest product portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues worldwide are on the path to greener and smarter mobility by connecting cities and regions and reducing CO2 emissions. Alstom employs around 11,000 people at 16 locations in the DACH region. 

We are seeking a Software Configuration Engineer (f/m/d) for our Salzgitter location as soon as possible. This position is available on a full-time basis.

Your role at Alstom - What you can achieve with us

2,000 colleagues work in Salzgitter every day on climate-friendly mobility. They develop and manufacture hydrogen and electric multiple units, locomotives, and trams, manufacture bogies, and repair all types of freight wagons. The Corporate Functions play a key role in supporting and continuously expanding the performance of our sites. In this role, you will report to the Train System Domain Leader and work in a motivated and dedicated team.
Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in a new, future-oriented field. You will become part of the development team in Salzgitter and work with passionate, motivated, and dedicated colleagues.

The complex functions of our vehicles require software for a variety of systems. Your job is to create the software configuration for the vehicle and implement changes based on specifications from the Train Performance Manager.

Your tasks:

• Coordination of the software configuration with the Train Performance Manager
• Creation of the configuration in IBM ClearCase (Base CC)
• Application of the rules defined in the Change and Configuration Management Plan (CCP)
• Compilation of the software and documents (release notes, reports) for handover to the customer

Your profile - What makes you suitable for the job

Passion and attitude are more important to us than experience. That's why we don't expect you to possess every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we believe will help you succeed and grow in this role: 
• Bachelor of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 1 year of experience in the railway industry, e.g., as a systems engineer
• Experience in configuration management
• Confident use of MS Office programs and IBM ClearCase
• Good communication skills
• Enjoyment of working independently and conscientiously
• Fluent in German and English

Our offer – What we offer

For us, mobility has only one direction: sustainability. The rail industry offers long-term prospects and the opportunity to continuously develop and gain new experiences throughout your career.
• A varied daily routine and a permanent employment contract with the global market leader in intelligent and sustainable mobility.
• Attractive remuneration (IG Metall), 30 days of vacation, company pension provision, and mobility options (including a subsidy for the Deutschlandticket)
• Flexible working hours and mobile working arrangements
• Individual and group-wide development opportunities at specialist, project, and management levels
• Excellent training opportunities through Alstom University and company idea management
• A modern and collegial work environment with mentoring and sponsorship programs, diversity & inclusion and CSR activities (e.g., parents' café), as well as employee events
• Comprehensive company health management with numerous offers (e.g., on-site company doctor, flu vaccinations, blood donation campaign, etc.)

You don't have to be a rail expert to make a big difference with us. We value curious and innovative people who will join us in shaping the sustainable transport transition. We're confident that you'll soon be traveling with pride on Alstom trains. We look forward to starting the journey with you!

Equal Opportunities Statement
: Alstom is an equal opportunity employer. Individual differences are valued and respected by creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic or national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Company

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Alstom

Alstom is a global leader in the world of power generation, power transmission and rail infrastructure and sets the benchmark for innovative and environmentally friendly technologies. Alstom builds the fastest train and the highest capacity automated metro in the world, provides turnkey integrated power plant solutions and associated services for a wide variety of energy sources, including hydro, nuclear, gas, coal and wind, and it offers a wide range of solutions for power transmission, with a focus on smart grids.

Alstom has the industry's most comprehensive portfolio of thermal technologies – coal, gas, oil and nuclear – and holds leading positions in turnkey power plants, power generation equipment and air quality control systems, and services for the installed base.

Alstom has the most comprehensive range of renewable power generation solutions today: hydro power, wind power, geothermal, biomass and solar. With ocean energies, Alstom has been the leading supplier in hydro power, the largest source of renewable energy on the planet.

Alstom is a world leading manufacturer of engineered solutions for electrical grid applications in utility and industry settings. The Group provides integrated and customised turnkey solutions such as alternating current and direct current substations, from medium up to ultra high voltages. Alstom's solutions enable the efficient transmission of electricity and support the development of Smart Grids and Supergrids.

Alstom's approach can be summarised in one word – "fluidity". Alstom develops comprehensive and sustainable railway solutions tailored to the needs of rail operators, public authorities and passengers. From rolling stock to signalling, infrastructure, services and complete turnkey systems, Alstom offers the widest range of high-tech rail solutions.