Methods & Process Industrial Quality Engineer

Req ID:489553

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 Methods & Process Industrial Quality Engineer in Plattsburgh, NY, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your quality and process improvement expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and detail-oriented teammates.
You'll ensure compliance and drive operational excellence by inspecting parts, products, and installations, reporting defects, and validating manufacturing control plans. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as Process & Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control), assist in creating and maintaining control plans, and contribute to enhancing self-inspection processes—and much more.

We’ll look to you for:

• Performing inspections, checks, tests, and sampling procedures according to applicable instructions on products ready for delivery and during their manufacturing process,

• Reporting defects and ensuring product compliance, including verification after rework,

• Validating manufacturing control plans in collaboration with Process & Manufacturing Engineering (PME) teams,

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings/specifications and utilizing a variety of test equipment,

• Applying Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge to ensure consistent quality standards,

• Conducting root cause analysis using techniques such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams to address quality issues,

• Writing and maintaining inspection procedures and work instructions,

• Extracting and analyzing data using tools like Excel, Power BI, and QuickSense,

• Creating and improving control plans to enhance process efficiencies.

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 Engineering (Mechanical or similar Engineering field),

• Experience or understanding of quality control processes and procedures,

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams),

• Data manipulation skills (Excel, Power BI, QuickSense),

• Knowledge of quality control standards and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA),

• Familiarity with reading drawings/specifications and using a variety of test equipment,

• Experience creating control plans and improving manufacturing processes,

• Strong communication skills to write inspection procedures and work instructions.

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 cutting-edge quality control processes and advanced manufacturing systems,

• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to operational excellence and product compliance,

• Utilise our dynamic and innovation-driven working environment,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, 401k).

In accordance with New York State law, the anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 . The actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, and qualifications. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include bonuses, incentive pay, or other forms of compensation.

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.