Mechanical Calculation Engineer, Sainte-Julie

Req ID: 520042

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 citiesas we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full‑time Mechanical Calculation Engineer in St‑Bruno, Quebec, Canada we’re looking for?

Full‑Time Mechanical Calculation Engineer – St‑Bruno, Quebec, Canada Take on a new challenge and apply your structural design and mechanical analysis expertise in a cutting‑edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative and collaborative teammates.

You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the performance, safety, and compliance of critical components for passenger rail vehicles through advanced simulation and engineering analyses. Day‑to‑day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (structural integrity, supply chain, design, and project teams), contribute to risk assessments, and support qualification testing, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of creating and validating finite element models of railway vehicle components, but also contribute to design reviews and provide engineering recommendations to optimize performance and manufacturability.

Responsibilities

Define qualification and validation plans in accordance with technical specifications and standards

Develop specifications for purchased components and collaborate with supply chain teams

Perform advanced mechanical analyses, including stress analysis, fatigue life prediction, buckling, and more

Prepare clear and structured calculation reports aligned with project milestones

Present and explain technical results to internal stakeholders and customers

Support qualification testing by preparing procedures, attending on‑site tests, and analyzing results

Participate in project activities such as risk assessments, gate reviews, and cost estimations

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), with a focus on structural design and/or mechanical analysis

Membership in OIQ or CPI (or eligibility)

Strong knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and experience with tools such as Altair HyperWorks, ANSYS, or equivalent

Solid background in strength of materials and structural analysis methodologies

Experience in the transportation or railway industry is an asset

Structured, autonomous, and solution‑oriented mindset

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including with external stakeholders

Team player with a proactive approach to learning and knowledge sharing

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a matrix and project‑driven environment

Fluent in French with professional proficiency in English

Benefits&Growth Opportunities

Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long‑term career free from boring daily routines

Work with new security standards for rail signalling

Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

Contribute to innovative projects

Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment

Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

Benefit from our investment in your development, through award‑winning learning

Progress towards senior engineering or technical leadership roles

Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Bilingualism Proficiency in French and English is required. Knowledge of a third language is considered an asset when working with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers. In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer 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.

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