Senior Planning Engineer for Qualification as Expert Inspector, Focus Direct Current (DC) | Senior Planungsingenieur:in zum/zur Qualifizierung als Prüfsachverständige:r Fokus Gleichstrom

Deutsche Bahn AG

Lehrte bei Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Dec 10, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Planning Engineer to qualify as a certified Expert Inspector (Prüfsachverständige:r) focusing on Direct Current (DC) systems within DB Energie GmbH, the energy manager for Germany's railway network. You will initially support maintenance planning and commissioning to gain comprehensive knowledge of various electrotechnical systems. The core of the role involves extensive qualification measures and gaining reference experience in exciting electrical engineering projects to achieve certification. Post-qualification, you will be responsible for planning and acceptance testing of construction measures, particularly in DC railway energy supply, and ensuring compliance with national technical regulations and internal railway guidelines. This position requires a degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering, prior experience in planning electrotechnical systems (preferably DC), and excellent German language skills, combined with a willingness to travel within Germany.

Required Skills

Education

University/Technical College degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Technology

Experience

  • Experience as a Planning Engineer in electrotechnical subsystems (preferably DC)
  • Initial experience in operating electrical energy systems and power generation plants (advantageous)
  • Professional experience in railway technology and relevant administrative law regulations (advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel throughout Germany; Possession of a Class B driving license (Führerschein Klasse B); Commitment to extensive qualification measures for Expert Inspector certification.