District Manager Rail Control and Safety Technology | Bezirksleiter:in Leit- und Sicherungstechnik

Deutsche Bahn AG

Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Nov 19, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This critical role involves managing the rail control and safety technology (LST) and telecommunications infrastructure within a specific district for Deutsche Bahn InfraGO AG in Neustadt an der Weinstraße. The District Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe, punctual, and economic operation of rail traffic by maintaining the functionality and security of assigned systems, overseeing necessary maintenance, and supervising construction projects. Day-to-day work is split 50/50 between office duties and field inspections within the district. Key responsibilities include professional leadership of district staff, budget management, cost center planning, and coordinating the operational commissioning process for new projects. Candidates must hold a degree in Electrical, Communications, or Automation Engineering and be prepared to acquire the necessary District Manager certification, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers ready to take on significant leadership and technical responsibility in Germany's rail infrastructure.

Required Skills

Education

University or Technical College Degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or Automation Engineering; Willingness to obtain District Manager certification

Experience

  • Professional experience in operational maintenance (ideally)
  • Professional experience in technical leadership (ideally)
  • Experience in managing infrastructure assets
  • Experience in cost center and personnel requirements planning

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must possess Class B driving license; Must pass a medical fitness examination; Willingness to travel approximately 50% within the assigned district.