Electrical Systems Technician / Electromechanical Engineer | Elektromaschinenbauer/in

ÖBB Infrastruktur AG

Salzburg, Salzburg, Österreich
Published Dec 10, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This exciting full-time role involves the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, specifically focusing on overhead line and high-voltage infrastructure within the railway network. The successful candidate will be responsible for mounting and dismounting overhead line components and constructions, and crucially, operating traction units and specialized vehicles like motor tower wagons required for construction and maintenance work. Furthermore, the role includes providing technical guidance to workers, managing material and equipment needs, and maintaining detailed records for test protocols and performance verification. Candidates must possess a relevant technical apprenticeship or specialized school degree in fields such as electrical engineering or mechatronics, along with a Class B driving license and the willingness to pursue internal master qualification training. This position is ideal for those seeking a varied, hands-on job, often outdoors, requiring analytical skills and readiness for on-call, weekend, and night work essential for safe train operation.

Required Skills

Education

Completed apprenticeship (Lehre) in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Railway Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation Technology, Refrigeration Plant Technology, Mechatronics-Automation Technology, Process Technology, or completion of a Technical School for Electrical Engineering/Electronics. Willingness to pursue internal Master qualification (Meister:innenqualifikation).

Experience

  • Completed apprenticeship or technical school degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
  • Professional experience operating traction units and vehicles for construction (implied by job duties)
  • Readiness for on-call duty, weekend, and night work

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driving license. Necessary route and height suitability (determined upon hiring). Requirement to provide a criminal record certificate upon hiring.