Mechanical Design Engineer

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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 Mechanical Design Engineer in Toronto, ON, Canada we’re looking for?

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and creative expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You’ll make a tangible impact by contributing to the design and overhaul of rolling stock and rail systems, ensuring they meet customer specifications and operational requirements. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams across the business (such as Operations, Maintenance, and Parts Obsolescence), prepare technical scopes of work, and support production teams and customers, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of developing 3D models, design annotations, and Bill of Materials, but also conducting engineering studies and ensuring design quality.

• Developing complete technical Scopes of Work for rolling stock renovation and overhaul projects based on customer and system requirements.
• Creating and reviewing 3D models, 2D deliverables, and Bill of Materials in compliance with quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) commitments.
• Preparing and documenting Mechanical Design Reviews for internal and external stakeholders.
• Designing products that meet project requirements, including manufacturability, serviceability, and testability.
• Reporting on mechanical activities progress and addressing issues that could impact QCD commitments.
• Providing technical support to production teams and customers, ensuring smooth project execution.

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:

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering or 2+ years in railway or railcar products (e.g., locomotives, rail passenger cars).
• Knowledge of metallic materials, industrial processes (such as welding, bending, machining), and familiarity with AWS welding codes.
• Required work experience in Catia v5 (at least 3+ years or 5000 hours).
• Preferred experience in PDM/PLM systems (e.g., Enovia-DMA, 3DCom).
• Experience in overhaul projects and reverse engineering is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented mindset.
• Time management skills and a structured, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.
• Fluency in English.
• P. Eng. certification (or in progress).

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:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects that impact communities
• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Progress towards leadership or technical expertise roles
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

The expected compensation for this role is $85,000 – $110,000 CADper year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

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