Rail Systems Engineer - Systems & Telecom en Madrid, España

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City: Madrid

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Do you want to be part of a company where customer satisfaction, colleagues and professional development are the cornerstones? If you identify with this, keep reading!

ABOUT THE JOB

Within our Railway Systems Area, we are looking for a senior systems specialist to lead the design, integration and delivery of telecom, control and support systems for major railway programmes.

The role requires a hands-on technical leader responsible for the full lifecycle—from design development to commissioning—acting as technical authority across telecom and control systems, and coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, signalling, power and system teams.

The project will deliver a complex railway system aligned with international standards, including design, integration, installation, testing and commissioning of telecom, control, cybersecurity and supporting railway subsystems.

Key responsabilities:

• Lead design and integration of telecom and control systems across the programme
• Oversee subsystems including Data Communication Network, CCTV, Asset Management Systems, SCADA, Public Address, Passenger Information System, OCC, Wireless Communication Systems (WiFi, GSM-R/FRMCS), Telephony and cybersecurity platforms, Hazard Detection and Early Warning System.
• Manage interfaces with signalling, traction power, civil and rolling stock systems
• Ensure compliance with international standards and project-specific requirements
• Lead technical reviews, assurance and validation of engineering deliverables
• Coordinate with client, contractors, OEMs and multidisciplinary teams
• Support construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities on site
• Manage technical risks and ensure system performance and safety
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams

If you join IDOM you will find:

• Flexible working hours
• Remote work: 1 day per week or two afternoons
• Reduced summer hours (July and August)
• Flexible compensation (meal card, health insurance, transport card, childcare, etc.)
• Life and accident insurance
• Work-life balance
• Long-term career development focus
• Partnership opportunities for all people
• Multicultural, and multidisciplinary environment
• Strong culture of delegation beyond the norm
• Mutual commitment

ABOUT YOU

• Degree in Engineering (Telecommunications, Electrical or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent (preferred)
• Membership of recognised professional body (e.g. IET, IEEE)
• Continuous professional development in railway systems
• Minimum 12–15+ years’ experience in railway telecom and control systems
• Proven delivery of large-scale railway projects with multidisciplinary interfaces
• Experience across the full lifecycle: design, integration, construction support, testing and commissioning
• Participation in complex programmes with high system integration requirements

Technical Competencies

• Telecom systems design (IP/MPLS networks, transmission, VoIP)
• Control systems (SCADA / ICSS integration)
• Cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443, TS 50701)
• Telecoms Subsystems integration
• System engineering, requirements management and interface control
• RAMS, V&V and system assurance processes

Professional Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination capability
• Proven stakeholder management (clients, contractors, OEMs)
• Experience in international project environments
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to act as technical authority in complex programmes

Mobility / Deployment

• Willingness to be based on project site as required
• Availability for extended site presence during key project phases
• Ability to work across international teams

And above all... a strong desire to develop in an international company like IDOM.

ABOUT US

IDOM is an Association of Professionals working in the areas of Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. The ownership structure of IDOM creates a culture of engagement, to offer the best service for the client, while our people develop both professionally and personally in an environment of technical excellence.

IDOM's most important assets are the expertise and experience of our https://jobeax.com/link/eWPuZ9bU1vEIE0nB employees are deeply united, highly qualified, and skilled professionals. We work within a framework of professional liberty and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, development, quality service, and innovation.

Since IDOM’s foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,000 people working in over 145 countries.

Are you ready to take the next step?

As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity.

We look forward to meeting you!

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