VIE - Deputy Program Manager (m/f)

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.

Type of contract: Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE). Before applying, please make sure you meet the VIE eligibility requirements. To learn more about the VIE program and the eligibility requirements, please, click here

Could you be the VIE - Deputy Program Manager we’re looking for?

Your future role

We’ll look to you for:

• Supporting the Program Manager in leading program development activities and delivering program baselines in line with the Engineering Management Plan (EMP) and QCD commitments
• Contributing to the definition and maintenance of the program roadmap, ensuring alignment with solution needs, requirements, safety, quality, competitiveness, customer orientation, and innovation
• Monitoring and controlling assigned program aspects, including planning and delivery milestones, cost tracking, risks, issues, and mitigation actions
• Preparing and consolidating inputs for program reporting (QCD, risks, planning, costs) under the guidance of the Program Manager
• Supporting on-time delivery commitments, including change impact analysis and execution tracking
• Coordinating assigned Work Packages, including capacity/resource analysis, risk identification, and mitigation plans
• Ensuring execution of Gate, Design, and Peer Review decisions, tracking actions, and following up to closure
• Preparing and supporting Program Reviews (MPR, CPR), including data consolidation and QCD reporting
• Driving or supporting improvement action plans to enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and delivery robustness
• Proactively managing critical topics, such as safety, cybersecurity, and major availability issues, ensuring timely escalation and resolution
• Acting as a technical and operational interface for assigned topics with internal stakeholders and contributing to cross-program coordination

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• 3 years’ experience in project, sub-system, or program execution for complex systems
• Knowledge of the program’s technical domain or a willingness to ramp up
• Initial experience in cross-functional team coordination or task leadership
• Experience with cost, planning, and risk monitoring in an engineering context
• Understanding of the engineering product development lifecycle
• Exposure to hardware, software, or IT/embedded systems
• Data analytics and digital skills, including experience with Power BI and Power Query
• Strong coordination, communication, and teamwork skills
• Structured and analytical mindset with a problem-solving orientation

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:

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects

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.