Rolling Stock Manager (f/m/d)

For this Electrification Project - Tel Aviv we are seeking an Rolling Stock Manager.

Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.

Your Tasks:

Technical management expertise concerning electrical rolling stock, especially locos.
Coordinate and advise Alstom (former Bombardier) TRAXX supply project.
Review technical documents from the technical review team and from suppliers.
Participate in project management meetings with the client and with suppliers.
Conduct technical evaluation of tenders, variations, changes and non-compliances as well as technical recommendations.
Coordinate and consult regarding technical integration and retrofit of ordered rolling stock.
Test, verify and validate software and hardware changes executed on rolling stock by supplier.
Support the project team, consultants and suppliers with statutory approvals and interface resolutions.
Conduct serial testing of new rolling stock being delivered to Israel.
Execute risk analysis and give advice regarding necessary counter measures.

Qualifications:

University degree (B.Sc./M.Sc.) in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering.
At least 10-15 years of experience in railway projects.
Long standing experience in electrical rolling stock manufacturing, testing or maintenance.
Experience with Alstom (former Bombardier) as supplier and TRAXX locomotives.
Experience in the technical supervision of railway projects.
Familiarity with standardization and norms, incl. European norms (EN, TSI, UIC).
Comprehensive knowledge about interfaces between locomotives and passenger trains/coaches.
Knowledge about dual-system technology (electro & diesel) for locomotives would be an asset.
Willingness to re-locate to Israel for at least 2 years.
Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English.