Senior Signalling V&V Engineer ETCS (m/w/d)

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Join our dynamic team in Munich as a Railway Verification and Validation Senior Engineer . In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and enjoy a variety of responsibilities.

In this critical role, you'll ensure the reliability and safety of European Train Control System (ETCS) implementations, actively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to validate complex signalling solutions. If you're passionate about innovative railway systems, committed to excellence, and ready to leverage your expertise in railway signalling verification, we invite you to become an essential part of our dynamic, forward-thinking organization.

Responsibilities

• Make sure to delivery of system and subsystem Signalling solution in compliance with Signalling system and subsystem requirements, and in accordance with quality, project schedule and budget.
• Guarantee the definition of the Signalling system and subsystem Validation Test Specification and the implementation of the Signalling system and subsystem V&V activities according to the ENG governance directions and to the Company processes and guidelines.
• Affirm delivery of project V&V documents at Signalling system and subsystem level in cooperation with the other RAMS functions, Engineering, Operation & Maintenance and external suppliers.
• Support V&V activities through participation to projects, bidding and delivery phases: Signalling system and subsystem V&V planning, attendance to design reviews with suppliers, attendance to the field tests.
• Support that subsystems suppliers provide V&V evidence.
• Secure the delivery of the Signalling system and subsystem V&V report.
• Assure the proper level of independence in the definition and implementation of the Signalling system and subsystem V&V activities in compliance with applicable standards and SILs.
• Ensure technical support to RAMS Managers for management and interface of Independent Safety Assessor, Employer and External Authorities.
• Warrant the provision of schedule and cost progress to relevant ENG Manager.
• Ensure the definition of the requirements and expected features for the testing environments/tools, needed to execute the Signalling system and subsystem Validation activities.

Technical skills, qualifications and professional experience

• Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering or Information Technology Qualifications/ University Degree or Equivalent Technical Background.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in Signalling functional design.
• Very good knowledge of German (C1) and English (C1).
• Strong experience with verification and validation methodologies (IEEE, CENELEC EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129).
• Proven ability to prepare detailed technical documentation and validation reports.
• Proficient in requirements management, test case design, and test execution tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Rational Quality Manager, VectorCAST).
• Hands-on experience with railway safety-critical systems testing and validation, specifically ETCS onboard and trackside subsystems.
• Familiarity with train simulation and testing environments (e.g., Hardware-in-the-Loop, Software-in-the-Loop simulators).
• Solid understanding of system integration and configuration management processes.

Desired skills/knowledge

• Certification or formal training in railway safety standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129) is highly desirable.
• ETCS Architecture & Levels: Familiarity with ETCS Levels (Level NTC, 1, 2, and 3), on-board and track-side equipment (e.g., ETCS On-Board Unit, Radio Block Center (RBC), Balises).
• ERTMS Specifications: Solid understanding of ERTMS/ETCS standards and technical documentation (e.g., Subset-026).
• Leadership qualities to mentor junior engineers and drive validation activities.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards applicable to railways.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle models (V-model, Agile).
• Experience with regulatory bodies and certification processes for railway systems.
• System Integration & Interfaces: Understanding of how ETCS subsystems interface with other railway or signalling components (e.g., interlocking, GSM-R/FRMCS).
• Software Lifecycle (V-Model): Familiarity with the V-Model or similar software development lifecycles, particularly in safety-critical contexts.
• Programming & Scripting (Desirable): Skills in languages like C, C++, Python, or MATLAB/Simulink for prototyping, simulations, or automated testing can be valuable.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries
• Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

We look forward to receiving your application!

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