VIE - Automation and Robotics

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Are you a robotics or mechatronics engineer curious about robotics, eager to make a significant impact in the industrial world? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation meets technology? If you're passionate about automation and robotics and excited about the prospect of working in an international setting, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Your future role

Alstom is accelerating the deployment of robotics in its industrial processes to produce rolling stock and components. As part of an innovation program focused on robotics, welding, and inspection, and in anticipation of the deployment of a new robotic line of 10+ robots we are looking for a V.I.E. to join our industrial department within the Hornell (Hornell, United States) team.

Your objectives will be to support local teams in the test, definition and development of a new robotic line to spot weld trains a new robot laser cell both new installation need to be validated and brought to mature production level.

We'll look to you for:

1.Operations:

• Support in defining & validating protocol of programs structure/ principles
• Support in adjusting parts programs:
  
  
  
  • Testing paths and interference with the off-line programming tools (Real Time Robotics software / Roboguide)
  
  
  
  
• Contribute to PLC programs tests and validation
• Contribute to internal acceptance of process qualification
• Contribute to Robots Maintenance plan instructions definition, and put in place
• Contribute to definition of Operators/ internal resources training plan
• Implement and monitor of Automation & Robotics KPIs:
  
  
  
  • Welding automated ratio KPIs
  • Usage KPIs
  • Robotics maturity KPIs (Expertise, Maintenance)
  
  
  
  
• Assist on-site during technology transfers or knowledge acquisition processes.
• Develop expert notes and reports to document finding and recommendations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities, focusing on enhancing safety, quality, productivity, product flow, and reliability

* Innovation :

• Support the offline end-to-end programming exploration:
  
  
  
  • Define the technical requirements related to the software & hardware to set up simulation lab based on the collaboration of Alstom Automation experts with RTR organization
  • Design of lab architecture/layout
  • Purchase hardware for the lab (PLC, Industrial PC, Rapid Plan license)
  • Execute the lab's installation in Alstom facility (Hornell) with Alstom experts and RTR team
  • Testing the setup of simulation lab and systems' interface
  • Validate the interfaces with all the other tools used in the robotic station within a simulated environment (based Metra configuration)
  • Provide test results' report: data, benefits and constraints witnessed during the simulation
  
  
  
  
• Participate in Innovation committee to explore and assess potential use cases to be replicated on site

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics or Robotics
• Experience or understanding of industrialization and automation processes
• Knowledge of robotic systems and automation technologies
• Familiarity with industrial practices
• Able to foster communications between multiple stakeholders (process expert, external engineers, industrial functions...)
• Able to work across sites/functions in a multi-cultural environment
• Team spirit approach and good communication skills
• Fluency in English
• A valid driver's license (preferred)

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

• Work with advanced robotics and automation technologies
• Collaborate with dynamic and supportive colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility

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.