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Project Architect Jobs in Toronto, Canada at ALSTOM
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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.
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in system design and signalling systems to a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and solution-driven teammates.
- In the frame of deployment activities for Signalling Projects, the Project Architect is the technical referent of the Project. He / She is in charge of all System activities and is responsible of the QCD on System deliveries.
- He / She contributes to the project deployment strategy and defines the baselining of the Project. He / She is accountable to define all design choices and to propose the best solution (Customer Oriented and Cost Effective), considering a maximum re-use of existing solutions.
- In full coordination with the System Application Architect, he / she is the Project technical interface between Platforms and the Customer in order to provide fluidity in the implementation of the delivered System (Project solution).
- At project launch, check with SAA the gap analysis performed during tender phase.
- Present and promote Alstom solutions to Customers, participate to Questions & Answers sessions proposed by Customers, organize technical meetings with Customer to present and get approval on the additional/rewritten requirements.
- Capture and analyze the Project Technical Requirements.
- Elaborate the System Design of the Project, with the support of SAA and Platforms teams. Ensure that the design choices fulfil the Customer needs, and optimize deployment and maintenance costs.
- Write the Project System specifications and documents, taking into account architectural, functional, operational, performance, safety, quality, cost and maintainability constraints.
- Define Project Baselines Strategy, by delegation of the PrEM, check that the System Delivery Plan is consistent with the Project Strategy and Platform roadmap, alert and propose mitigation plan.
- Organize Kick-Off Meeting for each Baseline, by delegation of the PrEM, in order to validate Baseline Scope Freeze.
- Coordinate closely with verification and validation activities, support integration, tests and validation phases.
- Be the front office of the Project for troubleshooting / root cause identification in all phases of the project.
- Organize Design Reviews with Platform Technical Director for every new Design Choice and provide key elements to demonstrate Design Freeze (through checklists) anize Peer Reviews.
- Capture Return of Experience and formalize feedback to Platforms to contribute to System evolutions and provide input to improve Reference Library.
- Support Customer Trainings.
- Optional role:
Project Architect may support bids team during the tender phase.
All about you
- Engineering degree or diploma in Electronics, Electrical, or Industrial Control Systems.
- At least 5 years of experience in system design for complex electronic systems.
- Knowledge of signalling systems (highly recommended).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Autonomous and rigorous with good synthesis and coordination abilities.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills.
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
Benefits
- Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long‑term career free from boring daily routines.
- Work with advanced security standards for rail signalling.
- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
- Contribute to innovative projects that redefine mobility.
- Utilise our hybrid working environment for flexibility and balance.
- Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
- Benefit from our investment in your development, through award‑winning learning opportunities.
- Progress towards roles such as System Application Architect or other senior technical positions.
- Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).
Compensation
The expected compensation for this role is $105,000 – $145,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.
As a global business, we’re an equal‑prospect employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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Title: Project Architect
Company: ALSTOM
Location: Toronto, Canada
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