Planning Engineer

Overview

An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to support railway signalling and safety system projects. This role sits within a multidisciplinary transport team delivering complex rail infrastructure programmes across Germany.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of signalling systems, including both conventional and electronic interlocking technologies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated rail projects
• Coordinate with stakeholders including contractors, technical specialists, and regulatory bodies
• Manage interfaces across railway systems to ensure seamless integration
• Provide technical expertise to support wider project teams throughout the planning lifecycle
• Contribute to project delivery from concept through to implementation

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Communications, Civil, Transport, Mechanical, or related discipline)
• Proven experience in railway signalling and safety systems within Germany
• Strong understanding of railway system interfaces and operational processes
• Experience working on complex rail infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with industry-standard planning and design tools
• Structured, detail-oriented, and proactive working style
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent German (written and spoken)
• Experience with BIM methodologies
• Exposure to multidisciplinary transport or infrastructure projects

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale rail infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and international team environment
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid model)
• Professional development and career progression opportunities