Principal Automation Software Engineer (SAP & Microsoft)

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.

Could you be the full-time onsite Region Business Process Expert - Automation in any major Alstom US site we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your automation and business intelligence expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative and collaborative teammates.
You'll design and deploy impactful automated business solutions that reduce manual effort, enhance data accuracy, and provide clear performance insights. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as IS&T, SAP experts, and operational departments), troubleshoot complex system issues, and train end users to maximize solution value—and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Designing and deploying automated business solutions that reduce manual effort, perform mass data entry/update/migration, apply complex logic to identify attention areas, and extract and summarize complex data into clear performance indicators and/or operational information ,

• Designing and deploying solutions, including required interfaces with SAP and other business systems, using SAP GUI scripting, Microsoft automation and analytics tools, and scripting/programming in languages such as PowerShell, VBA, M Language, DAX, and Python ,

• Designing and deploying solutions across multiple applications and systems, including browsers, SAP GUI, Outlook, and Excel, in orchestrated workflows ,

• Developing and implementing robust validation test plans ,

• Identifying and resolving all technical issues to deliver stable, scalable, and secure fully-automated solutions ,

• Quickly learning and using new tools, languages, and/or techniques to meet business solution requirements ,

• Training and supporting end users ,

• Providing clear solution documentation, both for users and developers ,

• Maximizing the applicability of solutions across all business sites ,

• Ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and reliability in solutions"

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:

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or a related field ,

• Experience or understanding of software and/or Business Intelligence tool development ,

• Knowledge of SAP ECC, including SAP GUI scripting and core business process flows ,

• Familiarity with Microsoft automation and analytics tools, such as Power BI, Power Query, Power Apps, and Excel VBA ,

• Strong scripting and programming skills in languages such as PowerShell, VBA, M Language, DAX, and Python ,

• Experience designing and deploying automated solutions that reduce manual effort and enhance data management ,

• Ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and deliver scalable, stable solutions ,

• Exceptional adaptability to learn and use new tools, technologies, and techniques ,

• Ability to train and support end users, with clear and concise solution documentation ,

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must be able to work at one of the major US Alstom sites within a 1 hour radius of location (not a remote role).

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:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,

• Work with cutting-edge automation tools, programming languages, and business intelligence platforms to deliver impactful solutions. ,

• Progress towards becoming a key enabler of digital transformation within the Americas region by driving efficiency and innovation. ,

• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment that fosters continuous learning, adaptability, and collaboration." ,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Comp: $130k - 150k

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.