Non-Resident Train Engineer (f/m/d)

DB Engineering & Consulting is a part of the DB group, a world-leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, 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. We represent 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.

For Saudi Arabia, we are looking for a passionate Non-Resident Train Engineer (m/f/d).

Responsibilities

• Review technical submissions, design documentation, and rolling stock system specifications to ensure compliance with Employer Requirements, safety criteria, and operational concepts.
• Support and oversee rolling stock testing & commissioning activities - including FAT, SAT, dynamic tests, emergency braking tests, trial running, and system demonstrations - ensuring compliance with the line's performance and safety requirements.
• Verify the integration of rolling stock with signalling/ATC, telecommunications, PSDs, power supply, depot systems, SCADA, and OCC/TCC interfaces required for UTO operations.
• Review contractor reports, NCRs, incident logs, technical assessments, and diagnostic data, ensuring timely resolution of faults and technical non conformities.
• Provide expert oversight for rolling stock readiness functions, including train preparation/de preparation, safety critical functions, degraded modes, and evacuation procedures.
• Coordinate with PMCM teams, rolling stock suppliers, O&M Entities, and stakeholders to re-solve technical issues and ensure full rolling stock integration within the wider system.
• Monitor adherence to RAMS requirements and verify rolling stock performance against operational benchmarks, reliability targets, and system availability metrics.
• Prepare technical reports, rolling stock assessments, commissioning updates, and compliance documentation for Employer review as part of PMCM reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field, with 12+ years of rolling stock engineering experience
• Strong technical background in rolling stock engineering, rail vehicle performance, subsystems integration, and interface management within metro or rail projects.
• Solid understanding of UTO operational concepts, signalling/ATC interfaces, telecoms integration, PSD coordination, traction power dependencies, and depot processes.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT, dynamic testing, trial running, emergency scenarios, and safety critical functional validation.
• Ability to analyze rolling stock documentation, test reports, NCRs, failure logs, and compliance evidence for technical accuracy and contract adherence.
• Knowledge of RAMS frameworks, operational safety requirements (NFPA 130, EN standards), failure modes, and rolling stock risk mitigation practices.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for effective engagement with PMCM teams, contractors, operators, and Employer representatives.
• High level of professional integrity, technical rigor, and adaptability suitable for a complex multi contract automated metro megaproject.

We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

What we offer

Attractive employment conditions We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

Intercultural teams With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

Mobilization & relocation support To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Professional onboarding and development We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around theglobe.

In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!