Testing and Validation Technician M/F

AkkodisCharente-MaritimeEURESpublished 09/24/2026
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The Consulting & Solutions service line of Akkodis France is strengthening its regional teams and is recruiting a Validation Troubleshooter Technician M/F in the railway sector. This permanent position (CDI) focuses on the validation and testing of embedded systems, intervening after series testing for the certification of trains and their subsystems. You will be a key player in diagnostics, problem-solving, and continuous quality improvement on projects with a high technical dimension.

Main responsibilities:

Diagnose and resolve technical problems during validation tests on rolling stock.

Analyze test results to identify malfunctions and write detailed reports.

Collaborate with development teams to correct detected anomalies and ensure the follow-up of corrective actions until final validation.

Implement and optimize test procedures to guarantee the quality of testing.

Manage the tools, equipment, and software necessary for validation tests (traintracer, ipscan, ethernet networks, supplier software).

Participate in the continuous improvement of validation processes and propose technical evolutions.

Ensure the instrumentation of trains for static and dynamic tests at test sites and at customer sites, in France and internationally.

Work environment:

You will work within the Testing & Validation department, dedicated to the validation of innovative railway projects. The position involves regular interactions with systems engineers, support from the Chef Train, as well as great autonomy at customer sites, including abroad. Flexibility, availability, and the ability to work on complex embedded equipment are essential to succeed in this dynamic and demanding environment.

Candidate profile

You hold a BAC+2 in Electrotechnics or equivalent training, ideally with experience in testing, electrical wiring, or dielectric testing in the railway or industrial sector. You are proficient in reading electrical diagrams, fault diagnostics, special processes (controlled tightening, crimping, wiring preservation), and office tools. Electrical certifications are required. Knowledge of embedded systems, functional testing on rolling stock, pneumatic testing, as well as the use of specialized software (traintracer, ipscan, ethernet networks) is expected. A good level of technical English is necessary for reading documentation. Your analytical capacity, rigor, initiative, and adaptability will be assets for success in this position.

Akkodis accompanies its clients in the globalization of their projects, so fluent English is required for all our employees.