Project V&V Designer
Alstom
- Bologna
- Tempo indeterminato
- Full time
For more information, please visit: www.alstom.com.Purpose of the Role- Take part to major deployment projects by leading, organizing and performing the verification, integration and test activities of a Signaling project, which can be either an adaptation of a generic Alstom solution or a vertical solution ranging from product development to project implementation, fitting the client’s needs in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery.- Define and lead all the in-house project activities related with Verification, Integration and Testing, either performed by a team in V&V department or delegated to experts in other Signaling departments. Cooperate tightly with Test & Commissioning to complement in-house with on-site testing activities.- When Safety is involved, discuss and agree the overall V&V strategy with Safety Assurance Manager to ensure the achievement and demonstration of the requested safety targets.- Share with Project Engineering Manager and Project Safety Assurance Manager the V&V strategy defined to deliver a validated solution and agree on requested budget and schedule of inputs and deliverables.Main Responsibilities- Define the Project Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan, to ensure proper coverage and demonstration that customer and design requirements are met. Collect the contributions of all involved stakeholders (e.g., Test & Commissioning)- Optimize allocation of tests in-house and on-site, favoring labs to anticipate results and increase efficiency and coverage.- Define and agree V&V activity schedule.- Ensure the application and adherence to internal processes and applicable norms, methods & tools, requesting deviations whenever appropriate.- Define the project Requirement Validation Table (RVT) to demonstrate the validation of technical requirements.- Organize and lead documental verification and reviews.- Manage full verification and validation of all configured functions, together with parameters and data produced on the project.- Monitor and follow-up execution and reporting of activities delegated to experts in other departments.- Define needs, architecture and follow-up implementation of testbenches and analysis tools.- Represent Alstom in front of customers, partners and auditors, for instance to provide overview of Test strategy, progress, issues, risks and opportunities.- Manage functionally the Project Verification & Validation Team and ensure/control their deliverables for the project.- Ensure independence of verification from design.- Select and manage subcontractors.- Cooperate with Test and Commissioning for the definition and follow up of Site Acceptance Tests- Manage work packages or WP tasks. Performance management:Educational Requirements Mandatory:- Graduated- English, full proficient useDesirable- Master’s degree in engineering or scientific topicsExperienceMandatory:- Good analytical skill and previous experience in test & integration are required. In alternative, you will have an experience in system. engineering or Safety Assurance. - Knowledge of at least one Alstom platform.Desirable:- Knowledge of more than one Alstom platform; becomes mandatory in case of system-level projects.- Design and data preparation processes understanding.- Engineering and system background.- At least 5 years in relevant positions (systems / sub-systems integration, embedded equipment, electrotechnical product development) in a highly complex and normative environment (railway signalling, aerospace, defense, nuclear) would be a major asset.Competencies & Skills- Open-minded- (Self) entrepreneurial- Problem setting and problem solving- Leadership, team motivator- Sense of urgency- Writing skills required: clarity, rigor, and concisionAlstom is committed to create a diverse & international working environment, that reflects the future of our industry, our clients and end-users. As an employee, you will have a unique opportunity to continue to build your career and directly contribute to the expanding growth of the global transport industry.