Product Introduction Technician

Acara Solutions has an opening for a Product Introduction Technician for Alstom Transportation in Baltimore, Maryland.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 74,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

 Purpose: She/He will support Testing and Commissioning and Warranty of recently overhauled Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs).

The successful candidate will primarily support the commissioning and warranty activities for the Alstom MTA Light Rail Vehicle overhaul contract. 

Skillsets sought are those with a  electro-mechanical background primarily and can include electronic, and communication troubleshooting as required.  

This may include the use of portable test equipment (laptops mostly with vendor software), multi-meters and meggers.  

Be able to have or obtain knowledge that can easily translate to other special test equipment or software utilized in testing for train failures (wire tracer for example). 

The employee will actively monitor failures statically (in the shop) or dynamically (testing in the maintenance yard are on mainline with supported test blocks arranged).  

Other work may include performing engineering modifications to the wiring or components as outline with engineering instructions or as directed by the Depot Manager. 

• Follow basic electronic schematics and troubleshoot to the component level.
• Be able to run data log files for review.
• Be adept at changing electrical/electronic components
• Have good mechanical skills and knowledge of basic hand and power tools
• Have knowledge of torquing and using torque wrenches

Performance Measurements:

• Attendance and time management
• Flexibility to support different shifts and weekends as required
• Flexibility in working at the Baltimore and Glen Burnie locations as needed
• Ability to support commissioning testing
• Ability to support warranty repairs in an accurate and timely manner
• Responsiveness to supervision
• Ability to work independently
• Performance of work standards
• Performance of established shop safety standards and EHS policies
• Team player and ability to adapt to work environment
• Customer interface

Useful skills:

• Good computer skill level with MS Word and Excel
• Basic understanding of shop rules and regulations (knowledge of railcar environment a plus)
• Retrieving and analyzing diagnostic logs
• Familiarity with basic Ethernet communications, protocols and managed network switch setup
• Knowledge and practice of cabling and connection methods
• Familiarity of uploading software to embedded Unix-based and WinCE devices using Vendor instructions
• Use of basic network diagnostic tools (Ping, traceroute, Wireshark, Fluke network tools, etc.)
• Knowledge and use of the different types of fasteners and hardware and the applicable tools used, including how to torque and how to safety wire
• Use of forklift or other material handling equipment is a plus

 General Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Safety must always be a prime consideration of every person and you are required to ensure that product safety, the safety of people and the environment is never compromised.
• To ensure compliance with the general elements of the
• ALSTOM Transport safety responsibility statements you shall:
  1. Comply with any control measures that are implemented as a result of any Risk Assessment.
  2. Participate as required in the risk assessment process.
  3. Promptly report to your supervisor/manager all accidents, incidents, product safety issues and work related ill health or near misses that you witness or are involved with.
  4. Ensure that you are fully aware of the fire precautions and evacuation procedures for any building you are working in or visiting.
  5. Ensure that all personal protective equipment issued is correctly worn and maintained.

Shift- 7:30-3:30 - no weekends

OT - upon approval when needed

Payrate- $30-35 per hour

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Highschool or GED and mechanical trade school
• Experience in electronics, troubleshooting of components. 
• Knows how to read systematics
• Mechanical work is require.
• Mainly focus on the electronical part. 
• Self-starters
• Initiative to do around the site - support the process on the site when needed
• High level of anatomy. 
• Good attitude 
• Work along the side with other ppl. 
• Safety boots
• Alstom provides the other stuff PPE

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status