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VIE - Traction Software Validation Engineer (m/f)

Alstom Charleroi, Wallonia, Belgium

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Posted Jan 19, 2026Apply by Feb 18, 2026

Role & seniority: VIE - Traction Software Validation Engineer (entry to mid-level engineering role)

Stack/tools: Matlab, Simulink, ControlBuild; real-time embedded systems; software development environments; configuration and change management tools; knowledge of power electronics and control systems

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Create and execute validation plans based on software requirement specifications

  • Generate validation reports and manage simulators’ software/configuration

  • Validate software for traction and auxiliary converters; ensure test coverage; participate in software certification audits

  • Must-have skills: Master’s degree in engineering (Software, Electronics, Control Systems, or related); strong analytical skills; good English (spoken and written); ability to translate validation plans into test cases; team-oriented mindset

  • Nice-to-haves: Experience with EN50716 or relevant standards; familiarity with environment, health and safety rules; cross-team collaboration; experience with audits for software certifications

  • Location & work type: Location not specified; VIE assignment (international/rotational program) with multinational team and cross-functional collaboration

Full Description

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 VIE - Traction Software Validation Engineer we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your software validation expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You'll play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our traction and auxiliary converter embedded software solutions. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as Traction Software Development Engineers, Traction System Engineers and Project Engineering Managers), develop validation scenarios, and ensure compliance with international standards like EN50716 and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of creating and executing validation plans based on software requirement specifications, but also generating validation reports and managing simulators' software and configuration.

We’ll look to you for

Respecting and applying Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) rules Studying software requirement specifications to define validation plans Translating validation plans into test cases using proprietary interfaces Executing tests, verifying results, and ensuring continuous improvement of software coverage Participating in audits for software certifications Managing software validation planning and activities in alignment with project requirements

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

Master’s degree in engineering (Software, Electronics, Control Systems, or related field) Experience with Matlab, Simulink, and ControlBuild Familiarity with real-time embedded systems and software development environments Basic knowledge of power electronics and control systems Understanding of configuration and change management tools Strong analytical skills and a team-oriented mindset Good English communication skills (spoken and written)

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

Contribute to innovative projects Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Participate to continuous improvement in a multi-cultural environment

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. Show more Show less

Software ValidationMatlabSimulinkControlBuildEmbedded SystemsSoftware DevelopmentPower ElectronicsControl SystemsAnalytical SkillsTeam-Oriented MindsetEnglish Communicationmulti-location

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