Job Description

Req ID:518744

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 Purpose

Participating in project development activities, the V&V Architect role consists in defining and technically structuring the Verification & Validation activities of the project, ensuring a correct setup of the V&V approach, methods, test coverage and technical evidence.

The V&V Architect reports functionally to the Project Verification & Validation Manager and contributes to the delivery of a system compliant with project contractual, functional, operational, performance and safety requirements, without holding overall QCD or managerial responsibility

Responsibilities

V&V Strategy & Preparation

• Support the preparation and organization of V&V activities kick‑off meetings (collect necessary technical inputs, identify constraints, propose planning assumptions)
• Contribute to the definition of the V&V Plan, under the responsibility of the Project V&V Manager
• Identify hardware, software, tools and test means needs in coordination with Tools, Simulation and Test teams

Test Coverage & Technical Consistency

• Prepare and/or review test strategies and procedures to ensure adequate coverage of project requirements (functional, operational, performance and safety)
• Ensure technical consistency between:
  • requirements
  • test procedures
  • test execution
  • expected and recorded results
• Support impact analysis activities to define non‑regression strategies and test campaign priorities

V&V Execution Support

• Lead and perform verification activities
• Support and technically guide the execution of V&V activities, including:
  • integration tests
  • correspondence/interface tests
  • functional validation tests
  • operation and performance tests
• Ensure that test execution evidence is properly collected, structured and usable for V&V justification
• Support analysis of non‑conformities and contributions to root‑cause investigation with design teams

Reporting & Interfaces

• Contribute to the preparation of V&V deliverables (test descriptions, test reports, technical summaries, inputs to global V&V report)
• Support the Project V&V Manager for:
  • consolidation of schedules
  • preparation of the Global Verification & Validation Report
• Communicate progress and technical status according to project and/or department processes

Team Contribution

• Provide technical coordination and guidance to V&V contributors during factory or lab activities
• Participate in technical animations and working sessions (no hierarchical responsibility)

Profile

• Engineering degree
• Experience: 5+ years in Verification & Validation or system testing activities
• Significant experience in testing of industrial, complex or safety‑constrained systems
• Previous exposure to similar projects or signalling systems is a strong advantage
• Strong analytical skills, ability to structure, synthesize and technically argue
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments

Languages:

• French, English

Culture Statement

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

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.