Chief Of Development Jobs

Req ID:419886
Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada’s busiest public transit system and doingso with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium, Alstom isproudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through theOn-Corridor Works project, and we are hiring for hundreds of roles. The GO Expansion scope : new electriclocomotives, fl eet upgrades, train control systems, network electrifi cation, signalling, telecommunications anddigital systems, maintenance, and much more.
The Chief of Development is responsible for the end-to-end product development (up to validation & certification). This means he / she ensures that the agreed (platform) product is developed on time, within the agreed budget and the right quality & performances.
They will lead cross-functional Train development activities involving all project stakeholders (e.g. Engineering, Procurement, Industrialization, Services) and coordinate sub-system managers during the development phase. They will also endorse design authority and related decisions or trade-offs.
Reports directly to:

• Hierarchically, reports directly to: Project Manager
• Metier family: Engineering
• Functionally, reports to: Site Engineering Director

Key accountabilities:

• Escalates development issues and decisions to be taken at project level
• Ensures compliance with contract technical requirements
• Is responsible for Train level Development Work Packages QCD
• Reports on product development progress
• Coordinates and monitors cross-functional activities and deliverables, Development Planning, Configuration & Change Management, Design For Operations, Design For Services.
• Sets and allocates technical and QCD objectives
• With Project Manager / Director and project team (e.g. quality, costs, contracts, planning)
• Manages technical risks & define mitigation plan
• Represents the technical authority in front of the customer and interface directly for major topics (e.g. design approval, VO, major non-compliances)
• Makes key cross-functional or technical decisions and trade-offs
• Represents the design authority and ensures product liability, adherence to platform product and compliance with Alstom standard
• With project development team (incl. sub-systems Manager)

Educational Requirements:
Mandatory:

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering

Desirable:

• Master's Degree in Business Administration and/ or
• Master's Degree in Project Management
• Professional Engineer designation as per Canadian regulations

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Railway Operations, engineering, systems and ET maintenance
• Graduate from any Engineering school in mechanical, or electrical
• Fluent in English, second language appreciated
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in engineering

Competencies & Skills:

• Problem-solving ability
• Management experience leading cross-functional projects
• Decision-making ability
• Interpersonal skills (teamwork and leadership)
• Resilience
• Result and solution oriented
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Communication skills

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?
Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.