Engineering Technician (CRRC) Koedoespoort x14 months at Alstom

THE PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN ROLE IS TO:

• Troubleshooting of Alstom products at customer site in order to ensure their availability.  
• Provide technical expertise to subcontractors, warranty support team, project team members and less experienced personnel.

THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITY WILL BE:

• Effective performance of Troubleshooting, repairs, Field modifications and testing activities
• Gather Industrial requirements Engineering has to comply with, during product specification and design. Explain them to Engineering.
• Carry out Troubleshooting during PI period as well as Pre-warranty & Commissioning (and Validation & Certification if applicable), including investigation and repair
• Carry out Fleet check activities through TCMS data analysis and physical inspections
• Reports & register any deviation (failure/event) in Failure Management data base including configuration data

Support operation helpdesk

• Execute test & troubleshooting procedures to evaluate system performance and performs failure analysis on parts to be returned for repair
• Adhere to all Fleet Maintenance and Product Introduction processes, procedures and relevant SOP’s during the performance of work activity and presence on work sites.
• Support / execute Implementation of Field Modifications and repairs as needed
• Support specific technical investigations by Engineering or internal/external Suppliers to improve reliability, availability and general performance of the 23E locomotive fleet
• Identify and recommends preventative and corrective actions
• Advises PI management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product enhancements
• Ensure good information flow about interventions & operations within Troubleshooting team to support shift transition, if needed
• Lead Troubleshooter team, if needed
• Instructs and directs contractors in facilitating repairs if needed
• Conducts peer reviews of PI activities and provide technical leadership if requested
• Perform fleet check to ensure quality when required

Contribute to Return of Experience

• Compliance and adherence to Environment, Health, Safety and Quality rules, procedures and policies at all times.
• Complete industrial documentation: industrial data sheets, IMFU (Industrial Maturity Follow-Up)
• Ensure that all quality standards are always met
• Follow depot/site procedures and instructions, both from the Company and from the customer
• Ensure that quality standards of components are met
• Implement 8D Practices and PPS Practices as and when required
• Ensure Zero outstanding NCR’s
• Locomotive Configuration – Ensure serialized numbers are logged in MAXIMO / GSI
• I-Forms – Attend to I-Forms; Raise product related Issues; Report Incidents and Complete Actions
• Comply with all safety related training and ensure up to date certifications as required i.e. working at heights
• Report any and all safety concerns as per Company procedure

Collaborate with EHS and Quality teams to ensure we put safety first and maintain first class quality

• Accurate and up to date Reporting and Data management
• Initiate work through Maximo, update, and close work orders on Maximo /GSI
• Ensure that test documentation are filled out and placed in  data file
• Ensure that accurate reporting of work performed are done on MAXIMO / GSI.
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive reporting after testing activities
• Ensure that routine testing and type testing documents are completed
• Ensure comprehensive and accurate failure reporting are done
• Ensure proper record keeping

Support the Commissioning Engineer with reporting where required

• Model the AIR values of the Company and always act ethically and compliant
•  Continually model Alstoms AIR values
• Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained
• Make an effort to stay relevant and up-to-date with legislation, new developments, product knowledge, policies and procedures etc
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities as well as demonstrate effective self-management
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others
• Continually share and communicate learnings
• Be proactive in anticipating potential problems and continually monitor progress to ensure small details are not missed
• Comply with Alstoms Ethics and Compliance procedure
• Complete performance management assessment
• Take ownership of own development and comply with any mandatory learnings instructed by the Company
• Always put safety first

THE PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

• B.Tech  Engineer (Electrical / Electromechanical)
• Minimum 10 years working experience (at this level) in a electrical/electronic/pneumatic testing environment
• Environment, Health and Safety knowledge/exposure
• Hands on Test & Commissioning, fault finding & repair experience
• Working experience in Mechanical and Electrical Fault-finding
• Experience in analytical fault reporting and report writing
• Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics
• Experience in Industrial activities related to Electrical, Control, onboard communications & network systems within process industry, railways or factory automation
• Railway industry knowledge will be an advantage

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

• Agile mindset
• Inclusive mindset
• Responsible mindset
• Ability to see in color
• Sound MS Office skills
• Good knowledge in IT tools and smart devices
• Fluent in English Verbal and Written
• Team Player.  Spirit of “Team Trust Action”
• Self-Motivation
• Result driven
• Customer orientated
• Ability for problem-solving and efficient decision-making in environment
• Ability to work across sites/functions in a multi-cultural environment
• Understanding of  computer System Diagnostic
• Solid Electrical / Mechanical background and understanding of engineering principles
• Knowledge of maintenance engineering principles
• Willing to work shifts and standby as and when required (possible weekend work)
• Must be capable of working independently
• Ability to travel nationally if required
• Valid Driver’s License