Required skills
- System Administration
- Control Systems
- Communication Systems
- Network Systems
- Routing
- Switching
- Windows Systems
- System Integration
- Commissioning
- Troubleshooting
- Railway Infrastructure
- System Engineer
Languages: German
Job description
For a long-term project in critical railway infrastructure, an experienced System Administrator for Control Systems or System Engineer for Communications is sought. The focus is on the integration, commissioning, and support of control, communication, and network systems in signal box environments.
Project overview
For a long-term project environment in the area of critical railway infrastructure, we are looking for an experienced System Administrator Control Systems or System Engineer Communications (m/f/d).
The focus is on the integration, commissioning, and support of control, communication, and network systems in signal box environments.
We are looking for practice-oriented system experts with an IT technical background, commissioning experience, and a high willingness to travel. Many years of signaling experience are not essential. Rather, technical understanding, independent work, and the willingness to take responsibility in safety-relevant infrastructure projects are the focus.
Framework Conditions
Responsibilities
Commissioning and integration of computer, operating, and communication systems in railway and signal box environments
Installation, configuration, and support of control systems, network, and communication systems
Configuration and administration of routers, switches, and other network components
Execution of system, integration, and functional tests in laboratory and project environments
Analysis of technical faults and execution of error diagnoses and troubleshooting measures
Support during the commissioning of new signal boxes and communication solutions on-site
Ensuring stable communication between signal boxes, control centers, and other railway systems
Collaboration with project teams, development, customers, and technical departments
Documentation of commissioning, changes, test results, and technical adjustments
Ensuring the operational readiness of control, communication, and signal box systems
Requirements
Experience as a System Administrator, System Technician, Commissioning Engineer, or System Engineer
Sound knowledge of Windows-based system landscapes, networks, or communication systems
Experience with routing, switching, and wired networks
Knowledge of fault analysis, troubleshooting, and technical testing procedures
Ideally, experience in the railway sector and in the field of control and signaling technology, signal boxes, or train protection systems
Experience with commissioning, integration, or laboratory environments
High willingness to travel for nationwide project assignments
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented way of working
Project language: German
Contact
If you are interested or have questions, please contact us directly:
Please send us:
Your current CV
Your hourly rate expectation
Two to three references or reference contacts for comparable projects
Recommendations of suitable colleagues are also welcome.
We look forward to your feedback!
Project details
ASAP, at the latest mid-November 2026
Long-term project support
Utilization: Full-time
Braunschweig as well as nationwide project assignments
Travel Share: at least 50%
Contract Type: Freelance
- Start: ab sofort
- Duration: 12 Monate
- Remote: hybrid
- Location: Braunschweig, Deutschland, DE
- Languages: German
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