About this role
We are looking for Electrical & Test Engineers to support the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of complex railway power supply and signalling systems on international projects. The role combines electrical engineering across HV/MV/LV installations with hands-on development of electronic test hardware and software, train control and signalling equipment, troubleshooting, and field commissioning. The engineers will work in a highly site-oriented environment, spending approximately 80% of their time on international assignments, including extended 2–3 month rotations abroad.
Responsibilities
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Deliver electrical design and engineering activities for high-, medium- and low-voltage railway power supply installations.
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Prepare and update calculation notes covering cable sizing, protection coordination, short-circuit calculations, current and voltage transformer sizing, earthing, lightning protection, UPS systems, battery chargers and traction substation equipment.
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Develop electrical architectures, technical and functional specifications, bills of quantities and interface documentation.
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Coordinate interfaces between power supply and other disciplines, including signalling, Earthing & Bonding, EMC, electrical simulations, civil works and topographical reference systems.
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Design and develop electronic test equipment, including both test hardware and software.
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Install, configure and test software on new and existing equipment.
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Support installation and adjustment of signalling and train control equipment.
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Perform factory and field testing and support on-site commissioning.
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Diagnose electrical, electronic and software-related faults.
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Cooperate with engineering teams, customers and suppliers to implement effective solutions.
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Prepare test procedures, reports and technical documentation.
Requirements
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Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in test equipment design, including development of both test software and hardware for electronic systems.
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Minimum 2 years of electrical engineering experience in metro or tram systems.
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Knowledge of HV / MV / LV electrical installations.
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Knowledge of railway power supply systems.
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Experience with train control and signalling equipment.
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Practical understanding of electronics and electrical test equipment.
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Knowledge of safety standards and testing procedures.
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Familiarity with BIM methodologies.
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Strong troubleshooting, analytical and organisational skills.
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Ability to work independently.
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Good written and spoken English.
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Valid driving licence.
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Eligibility to work within the European Union.
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Full willingness to spend approximately 80% of working time abroad, including continuous assignments of 2–3 months.
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Flexibility regarding extended working hours, weekends and public holidays.
Benefits
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Solid, competitive salary
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Work in a multinational environment on international projects
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Comprehensive healthcare
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Long-term B2B contract with a stable project pipeline