Chief of Development (hybrid

Position: Chief of Development (hybrid)
Req  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.

This position follows a hybrid working model, combining remote work and on-site presence.

JOB TITLE & JOB CODEJob Title (Job Code):
EN-PR-01:
Chief of DevelopmentPURPOSE OF THE JOBBe responsible for the end-to-end product development (up to validation & certification). This means they ensures that the agreed (platform) product is developed on time, within the agreed budget and the right quality & performances

Lead cross-functional Train development activities involving all project stakeholders (e.g. Engineering, Procurement, Industrialization, Services). Lead & coordinate sub-system managers during the development phase. Endorse design authority and related decisions or trade-offs.

ORGANISATIONO

rganisation structure (job belongs to..)Reports directly to:

Métier family:
Engineering Hierarchically, reports directly to:
Project Manager Functionally, reports to:
Site Engineering Director Other reporting to:
Direct reports:
Train Performance Manager / Train Architecture Manager + Design for Operations Manager + Sub-S Managers until GPS + Project Development Planning Manager+ Train Cost Manager + Project Configuration & Change Manager Network & Links Internal Project Manager /Project Core Team /Platforms /RSC Development Performance External Suppliers  /CustomersMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Key accountabilities:

With Project Manager / Director and project team (e.g. quality, costs, contracts, planning)
Represents the technical authority in front of the customer and interface directly for major topics (e.g. design approval, VO, major non-compliances)
Ensures compliance with contract technical requirements

Is responsible for Train level Development Work Packages QCDReports on product development progress

Escalates development issues and decisions to be taken at project level With project development team (incl. sub-systems Manager)
Sets and allocates technical and QCD objectives

Coordinates and monitors cross-functional activities and deliverables, Development Planning, Configuration & Change Management, Design For Operations, Design For Services. 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 standards

Manages technical risks & define mitigation plans

With sites/métiers

Interacts with sites and métiers management to secure product development needs & deliverables at train level. With Product Platform Liaises with Platform Design Authority to align on new technical gaps versus tender hypothesis Contributes to collect Project REX on product performances & sustaining evolution needs Performance measurements:
Product validation / Compliance with Source Requirements On-Time Design Reviews Project Development OTIFConvergence towards targeted method time & LCC (Life Cycle Cost) if any Convergence towards targeted CPU (Cost Per Unit)
Train Level Development Work Package costs at completion

Adherence to Platform product MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCIES  Educational Requirements Mandatory:
Engineer degree or equivalent with experience in Engineering team.

General knowledge of the product.

Knowledge on Engineering tasks to be performed.

Desirable:

For big projects (> 100 000 hours), minimum 5 years’ experience on product development and management positions are required

Experience Mandatory:
Extensive technical and Alstom platforms knowledge and project/company background

Desirable:

Competencies & Skills Balanced skills between project management, product development and leadership

Ability for problem-solving and efficient decision-making in complex environment

Strong leadership and ability to federate teams on technical orientations to reach QCD targets

Demonstrated capacity to lead cross-functional activities and numerous/various stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment

Ability to drive Operational Excellence principles & ways of working in development activities Salary Range 59.600 - 79.400 CCNL (Contratto Collettivo Nazionale del Lavoro) applied:
Metalmeccanici Industria 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.

Job Type:​Experienced​