Senior Project Engineer – Testing & Commissioning - #2635779

ABOUT US

MERMEC is a multinational company founded in 1970 and a member company of ANGEL, the largest private Italian high-tech holding that includes some of the most innovative companies in the railway, aerospace, and digital mechatronic sectors. We are active in advanced technologies for rail transport (signaling, measuring trains and systems, electric traction, telecommunication), and industrial applications. The MERMEC Group boasts unparalleled technical know-how, which has enabled it to develop and market a well-structured portfolio of advanced solutions currently used in 73 countries worldwide, by more than 180 customers. The Group owns the widest portfolio of automatic optoelectronic systems for the measurement and inspection of railway infrastructure, fully designed and produced in-house, including software and artificial vision algorithms. Today, the MERMEC Group employs over 2.500 highly specialized engineers & staff, it’s active in 7 different strategic business areas with branches, offices, and facilities in 21 countries worldwide.

OUR VISION

We develop intelligent technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds. By transforming complex real-world data into actionable digital insights, we empower organizations to build safer, more efficient, and more sustainable infrastructure. Our solutions support critical industries - particularly railway and transportation - by enabling smarter decision-making through advanced data processing, automation, and artificial intelligence. We believe that innovation happens when cutting-edge technology meets real operational challenges. That is the reality we strive to create every day.

THE COMPANY

As Mermec Deutschland GmbH, the German subsidiary of Compagnie des Signaux in France, part of the MERMEC Group, which operates worldwide, MERMEC Deutschland works closely with international teams and contributes to cross-border railway signaling and digitalization projects, particularly within the DACH region.

What we are looking for

As a Senior Project Engineer Testing & Commissioning, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing testing and commissioning activities for railway systems across implementation, integration and handover phases. In this senior role, you will help ensure that systems are tested, validated and commissioned in accordance with technical, safety and customer requirements, supporting a smooth transition into operational readiness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage testing and commissioning activities within railway infrastructure projects
• Take responsibility for testing- and commissioning-related work packages across implementation, integration and commissioning phases
• Plan, prepare and monitor testing and commissioning activities in line with project requirements and delivery milestones
• Act as a key technical interface between project management, engineering teams, customers, suppliers, subcontractors and external project partners
• Review of technical documentation, test procedures, specifications and related project deliverables
• Ensure that testing and commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with applicable standards, regulations and customer requirements
• Identify project risks, support troubleshooting activities and define appropriate mitigation measures
• Coordinate technical discussions, interface activities and project meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Support installation, system integration, site testing, commissioning and acceptance activities where required
• Contribute to reporting, documentation, change management and handover activities throughout the project lifecycle

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, Automation or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience in testing and commissioning, system engineering, railway infrastructure projects or a comparable technical environment
• Good understanding of project delivery processes in complex engineering environments
• Experience working with standards, regulations and regulatory requirements
• Experience in testing, commissioning, troubleshooting or system integration is an advantage
• Professional working proficiency in German and English
• You are characterized by a structured way of working, a strong sense of responsibility and excellent coordination and communication skills
• Willingness to travel as required by project needs

What we offer

• We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions
• We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global
• onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.
• Employment type (FT)
• Hybrid work
• Permanent Contract
• Fringe Benefits: restaurant ticket, mobile, pc, corporate benefits programs, and several additional perks
• Smart working flexibility

Why Join Us

Be part of an International Corporate Group and contribute to the development of a forward -looking sector, participating in the creation of a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way of transport, capable of tackling the major challenges of the 21st century.

All MERMEC group companies bring innovative solutions to the market which guarantee safe and efficient management of the railway infrastructure. We work with the highest integrity, culture of compliance and respect for human rights, while reducing the impact of our technology and environmental footprint.

Join the rapidly growing railway market, whose wide range of professions (Systems, Hardware, Software, AI, Communication, Cybersecurity etc.) offers numerous career paths and opportunities to work toward safer and more efficient transportation.

Work in a stimulating and collaborative environment, with rapid decision-making processes and where everyone has the opportunity to make a real contribution.

Mermec’s unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace has laid the foundation for our incredible growth. We thrive on the collective strength of our people who come from diverse backgrounds. We respect and value every experience associated with ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion and disability.

What's next

If you’re excited about this opportunity, don’t wait any longer - send us your CV in English or German. If your application is shortlisted, we’ll get in contact with you. Then, you can expect to go through up to 2 rounds of interviews, where we would love to discover your passion and interests, introduce you to who we are and what drives us, and finally understand how we can potentially add value to each other's growth.

Now it’s your turn. Good luck!