Industrial Test Lead
Job in
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
Alstom
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-13
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Req
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.
Could you be the full-time Industrial Test Lead in Kingston, ON we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your testing and technical expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team of professionals.
Manage industrial test means of products and projects from prototype, serial to maintenance phases. Ensure industrial test data, sequence and tools are always available for production all along the product and project life cycle.
You'll play a critical role in developing and leading the Industrial Testing function for the manufacturing of signaling and network bungalows. Ensure that every bungalow passes Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), meets industrial quality standards, and is ready for handover to Test & Commissioning (T&C). Establish test processes, supervise the test team, and ensure robust test governance.
Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Installation and EHS)
Key accountabilities
Define and deploy Industrial test roadmap including tools obsolescenceDeploy Signaling Design For Testing (DFT) rules and test industrial standard processes (for products and projects)Define and maintain the FAT strategy for bungalows, approve final FAT results and authorize release of bungalowsOwn the design and continuous improvement of test proceduresDefine pass/fail criteria with Engineering and QualityEnsure all factory tests are executed correctly including Power-on tests, Wiring continuity, Insulation resistance, Subsystem integration checks, Panel/rack verification, I/O and interface checksEnsure NCRs are raised, tracked, and resolved in a timely mannerPlan testing workloads in alignment with the master production scheduleDevelop and foster industrial standard test platformOptimize the industrial test chain / strategy on products to increase QCD manufacturing productivityDefine test equipment needs (, power analyzers, network testers, SCADA simulators)Ensure availability of test benches, tools, simulators, and equipment following production and test planManage procurement, calibration, and maintenance of testing toolsEnsure EHS compliance during all test activitiesWork closely with Industrialization team to integrate testing requirements into WIs and routingInterface with Engineering to clarify schematics, wiring diagrams, and configuration needsInterface with T&C for handover documentation and technical continuityDevelop and maintain industrial test means for product & project with EHS mind-setManage industrial test means per product during all life cycle and optimize their maintenance costEnsure application of Signaling Skill standards (tools, processes, specification)Lead and develop a team of Industrial Test Engineers, Test Technicians and develop team competenciesManage budget and CAPEX dedicated to industrial test toolsAll 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 degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics is mandatory8-10+ years of testing experience in signaling, electrical integration, automation, or related complex systemsExperience with FAT, integration tests, or electrical testingStrong understanding of schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing principlesExperience managing technical teamsStrong experience in test principles and methods including strategy, testability, test coverage, test tool capacity, test validationPrior Experience in test tools and means (In-Circuit, Flying Probe, functional test bench, AOI, calibration tool…
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