Certified Expert for Railway Signaling Design Review (Development Track) | Prüfsachverständige/ Prüfsachverständigen Planprüfung LST – Entwicklung (m/w/d)

GFK Ingenieure GmbH

Karl, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Dec 8, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is designed for an experienced Planning Engineer in Railway Signaling Technology (LST) ready to transition into a Certified Expert Reviewer role through a structured mentorship program (lasting over two years). Day-to-day responsibilities include performing technical design reviews of LST systems, ensuring strict compliance with legal and technical regulations (including EBO), and verifying the correct use of approved hardware and software components (e.g., ESTW, ETCS). The successful candidate will create expert opinions and review notes, provide project consulting, and engage in continuous knowledge transfer to planning and project engineers. This position is attractive as it offers extensive professional development across legacy (e.g., SpDr S 60) and cutting-edge railway technologies (Electronic and Digital Interlocking), ensuring high quality and safety standards in critical infrastructure projects while working independently within a supportive team environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience (>3 years) as a Planning Engineer in Railway Signaling Technology (LST)
  • Willingness to undergo a formal qualification program (Mentorship) to become a Certified Expert Reviewer

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Health suitability according to the requirements of EBO §48 (Railway Construction and Operating Regulations); Class B driver's license (ideally).