Railways for the world of tomorrow.

DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C;) is a part of the DB group, a world-leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

We represent German rail excellence, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Expert Railway Systems and ETCS (m/f/d) for a consulting project in Greece. You will be responsible to advise our client’s management in the delivery of projects related to the design, acquisition and installation of railway systems in collabora-tion with both DB E&C; team members and the client to ensure profitable, safe and efficient operation. Your focus will be on steering schedules, interfaces, quality and cost for these projects.

Responsibilities

- Providing support for the monitoring of ongoing and new construction, renovation, and up-grade projects for railway systems, ensuring their smooth integration into the operational net-work.
- Implementation of a standardized Project Cycle Framework, which links design, procurement, construction, and commissioning with operational readiness
- Coordination of necessary traffic interruptions, testing, and commissioning procedures, mini-mizing the impact on services
- Provision of support for monitoring, operational verification, acceptance,



and commissioning of new systems (signalling, electrification, ETCS/ERTMS).
- Support in the preparation, submission, and documentation of project proposals for national and European funding programs, with the aim of integrating current interventions and utilizing el-igible funding
- Monitoring, analysis, and updating of the Investment Plan, including recording progress, cost developments, timetables, deviations, and readjustment needs
- Support for the preparation of progress reports, project information bulletins, and portfolio reviews for external bodies and regulatory authorities
- Definition of scopes, developing project execution plans, risk management and resource alloca-tion
- Support for the transition from construction to operation, with verification of technical files, safety files, and as-built data
- Support in monitoring projects financed or co-financed by European programs, particularly in terms of compliance with eligibility requirements, timetables, and reporting and audit obliga-tions.
- Manage project teams, delegate tasks, motivate and coach local team members
- Monitor and report progress against baselines for cost, quality and schedule
- Manage compliance with European regulations and directives for railway operation, safety and interoperability where required




- Manage expectations and resolve conflicts with stakeholders at national and international level

Qualifications

- Successfully completed university degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, project man-agement or similar and relevant professional experience in a comparable, complex role
- Experience in the conception and management of railway systems including mainline train con-trol (ETCS, proprietary ATP), wayside signalling (electronic and digital interlockings, turnouts, signals, track vacancy detection etc.), catenary systems, SCADA and telecommunication systems
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in similar tasks

- Minimum 5 years’ employment in a Railway Infrastructure Management (or a related company) in an environment governed by European regulations
- Certification in project management such as PMP are appreciated
- You impress with your impartial moderation skills and intercultural sensitivity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Fluency in English mandatory; German and Greek would be an advantage
- Familiarity with Greek administrative business standards

Benefits
- We invest in the development of our employees.

To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.

- We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.
- We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

📌 Senior Expert Railway Systems and ETCS - Greece (m/f/d) (Balranald)
🏢 Deutsche Bahn
📍 Balranald