Req ID:493027
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 RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintenance and Safety) Engineer (f/m/d) in Zurich we’re looking for?
Your Future Role
140 years of Swiss railway history meet modern solutions for green mobility in Zurich. With 300 colleagues, our Zurich site servs as a global competence center for high-performance traction technology and a development hub for locomotives, bogies, mechanical and electrical systems, as well as services for the local and global markets. Our product line Rolling Stock & Components offers products from the broadest portfolio in the rail industry. Our innovation focus is on green and smart solutions, including emission-free propulsion systems such as batteries and hydrogen. You’ll report to Fulvio Varetti, RAMS Manager and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
We’ll look for you to:
- Lead and coordinate RAMS activities across the assigned railway project, ensuring all deliverables are completed in line with quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) commitments
- Define and validate safety and reliability requirements to ensure compliance with Alstom’s safety policies and to support product performance targets
- Assess and demonstrate the safety level of products throughout project phases, ensuring alignment with applicable safety standards and internal guidelines
- Monitor and evaluate RAM performance during project execution, identifying and implementing actions to mitigate risks and improve system reliability
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders (including customers, Independent Safety Assessors, Notified Bodies, and Designated Bodies) to ensure all RAMS-related issues are addressed and resolved
- Apply Alstom’s engineering processes and RAMS methodologies with a product-oriented mindset, promoting knowledge capitalization and continuous improvement
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:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Software Engineering, preferably with applications in railway systems or other safety-critical environments
- 2–3 years of experience in RAMS engineering, including safety analysis, reliability prediction, and performance measurement using industry-standard methodologies and tools
- Familiarity with safety demonstration techniques and RAMS methods such as FMECA, FMEA, FTA, and MTBF/MTTR analysis; experience with tools like ReliaSoft or Isograph is considered an asset
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with confidence in participating in technical meetings and cross-functional collaboration
- Structured, organized, and proactive, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and task execution
- Fluent in English (spoken and written); proficiency in German is considered an advantage
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:
- Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
- Enjoy a competitive remuneration package and benefits such as company pension plans and discounted tickets for public transport (e.g. ZVV Bonuspass)
- Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
- Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
- Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
- Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
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!
Equal Opportunities Statement
As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
