Railway Regulatory Compliance Manager

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 full-time remote Railway Regulatory Compliance Manager in Camden, NJ, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your regulatory compliance and railway safety expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and detail-oriented teammates.
You'll ensure Alstom's operations across North America meet the highest regulatory standards and drive safety excellence in railway transportation. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (project teams, communications, and management), provide expert guidance on regulatory requirements, and develop strategies to maintain compliance while fostering innovation—and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Collaborating with Alstom projects to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across North America, particularly in Railway Safety. ,

• Monitoring and analyzing regulatory trends and predicted changes that impact Alstom's operations in North America, and advising the management team accordingly. ,

• Auditing and reviewing Alstom's compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines, and providing recommendations for improvement. ,

• Working with other Alstom teams to develop and implement strategies to maintain the highest standards while adhering to US and Canada regulations and best practices. ,

• Providing expert guidance to Alstom project teams regarding US Federal and State agency regulations on all aspects of rail transportation, including operations, safety, and environmental compliance. ,

• Supporting projects and tenders by providing regulatory guidance, railway safety audits, and reviewing project deliverables such as design specifications and project plans. ,

• Collaborating with the Alstom communications team to prepare responses to regulatory inquiries and audits. ,

• Providing training to Alstom staff on North American railway regulations and standards. ,

• Utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address compliance challenges effectively. ,

• Traveling up to 50% as needed to support compliance and safety initiatives."

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:

• Degree in transportation, engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred; equivalent experience may substitute for degree). ,

• Experience or understanding of North American railway regulation, including agencies such as the Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration, and Transport Canada. ,

• Knowledge of rail transportation operations, rail vehicle (FRA) regulatory requirements, technology, and industry standards. ,

• Familiarity with federal and state regulatory environments and best practices in railway safety and compliance. ,

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. ,

• Training skills to provide guidance and education to internal teams. ,

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. ,

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. ,

• Resilience and adaptability to manage travel requirements (up to 50%). ,

• Leadership mindset with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.

 

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 regulatory experts and cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of compliance and safety in North American railway operations. ,

• Progress towards becoming a key contributo