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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, 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 hybrid Bid Technical Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we're looking for? Your future role "Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and technical leadership expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative and dynamic teammates.
You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail signaling by ensuring the delivery of accurate and competitive technical proposals that align with Alstom's commercial strategy. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (Installation, Testing & Commissioning, Project Engineering, Development Centers), analyze customer specifications with System Architects, and coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless technical strategy-and much more." We'll look to you for:
Leading the Bid Technical scope and delivering engineering estimates, compliance matrices, and technical proposals ,
Providing accurate estimates of engineering efforts required for tender preparation ,
Collaborating with Engineering Leadership to allocate technical team resources in line with bid requirements ,
Analyzing potential gaps between customer specifications and standard solutions with the support of System Architect(s) ,
Supporting the Bid Manager and Tender Leader in defining the most suitable compliance strategy ,
Ensuring that the system architecture aligns with the commercial strategy of the Solutions Directors ,
Coordinating bid internal stakeholders (e.g., Installation, Testing & Commissioning, Project Engineering, Development Centers) and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with the technical strategy ,
Managing technical aspects of track/scheme plans, bill of quantities (BOQ), migration strategy, Project Design Organization (PDO), and Share of Work ,
Supporting the Bid Manager during customer negotiations, identifying and addressing any technical changes ,
Applying project engineering management principles such as scope management, risk management, requirements management, configuration control, planning and scheduling, and system deployment"
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:
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related scientific/technical fields. ,
Knowledge of Project Engineering Management principles, such as Technical Leadership, Scope Management, Risk Management, Requirements Management, Configuration Control, and Change Management. ,
Familiarity with cost and planning control within the engineering scope. ,
Experience or understanding of Rail Signaling systems, including Interlocking (IXL), Automatic Train Control (ATC), Automatic Train Supervision (ATS), and Integrated Control Center (ICC) solutions. ,
Strong communication skills, including the ability to manage customer relationships in contractual situations. ,
Leadership skills to guide and inspire technical teams. ,
Problem-solving ability to address challenges and provide effective solutions. ,
Analytical and critical thinking to evaluate complex technical requirements and propose strategies. ,
Resilience and a sense of urgency to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. ,
Decision-making ability to navigate technical and commercial challenges effectively.
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:
Work with cutting-edge Rail Signaling Systems, including Interlocking (IXL) solutions, Automatic Train Control (ATC) solutions, Automatic Train Supervision (ATS), and Integrated Control Center (ICC) solutions ,
Progress towards becoming a key contributor in shaping innovative and competitive technical proposals, while advancing your expertise in Project Engineering Management principles such as Scope Management, Risk Management, and System Deployment ,
Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,
Contribute to innovative projects
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. Equal opportunity statement: Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
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Alstom
Nov 03, 2025