Certified Expert Inspector, Planning and Acceptance Testing, Electrical Overhead Line Systems Lead | Prüfsachverständige/ Prüfsachverständiger Plan- und Abnahmeprüfung Elektrotechnische Anlagen Oberlei

GFK Ingenieure GmbH

Recklinghausen, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Nov 4, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This senior role involves leading and executing the planning and acceptance inspection of electrical overhead line systems within railway infrastructure projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading the inspection team, assessing system components, ensuring compliance with legal and technical regulations, and verifying the proper use of approved materials. The expert will also provide project consulting, support technical solution analysis, and ensure continuous quality assurance throughout the construction phase. Key qualifications include a degree in Electrical Engineering and mandatory certification as a Certified Expert Inspector for electrical overhead line systems by the Federal Railway Authority (EBA). The position requires strong leadership, accountability, and the flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours (nights, weekends) on construction sites, making it ideal for a highly experienced and certified professional in railway electrification.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent field of study

Experience

  • Recognition by the Federal Railway Authority (EBA) as a Certified Expert Inspector for Electrical Overhead Line Systems
  • Professional experience in planning and acceptance testing of electrical systems
  • Professional experience in leading and organizing inspection teams
  • Experience in knowledge transfer and mentoring planning and project engineers

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Health suitability according to the requirements of EBO §48 (German Railway Construction and Operating Regulations); Willingness to occasionally work weekends, holidays, or nights on construction sites; Class B driving license (ideal)