Engineer (University Diploma/Master) - Electrical or Communications Engineering | Ingenieur/in (m/w/d) (Uni-Diplom/Master) FR Elektro- oder Nachrichtentechnik (oder vergleichbar)
BAV Dienstsitz Aurich
Job Summary
The Federal Railway Authority (EBA) is seeking a highly qualified Engineer with a University Diploma or Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering to join their team. This role involves the crucial task of examining and assessing complex components and systems within railway control and safety technology, with a strong focus on digital rail and ETCS. You will contribute to the evolution of national and international regulations, standards, and guidelines, ensuring the highest safety standards are met. Additionally, responsibilities include approving and revoking approvals for expert examiners and organizations, and overseeing safety management systems of railway infrastructure operators. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional to contribute to the future of railway safety and technology in Germany, working in a dynamic federal agency with flexible work arrangements.
Required Skills
Education
University Diploma or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or Transportation Engineering with a specialization in Railway Safety Technology or Traffic Telematics; alternatively, qualification for the higher technical civil service in the federal administration.
Experience
- Professional experience in railway control and safety technology, particularly with digital rail and ETCS
- Experience with the approval of innovative technologies in railway control and safety technology
- Knowledge of the railway system's functionality
- Knowledge of CENELEC standards for RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety)
- Knowledge of risk, consequence, and impact analyses
- Knowledge of CENELEC standards for telecommunications, signal technology, and data processing systems
- Knowledge of national and international regulations, standards, and guidelines in control and safety technology
- Knowledge of interlocking technologies, level crossing systems, telecommunications, and electrical systems with a focus on digital rail and ETCS at DB AG
Languages
Additional
- Must be eligible for civil service (Beamter/Beamtin) or seeking a tariff-based employment relationship (TVöD). Requires 'track suitability' (G25 examination equivalent). Work location options: Munich, Erfurt, or Halle. Must possess a work permit for Germany if not an EU/EEA citizen.
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