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

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.

Responsibilities

• Make sure 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 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.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Railroad Equipment Manufacturing