Chief Telecom Expert (f/m/d)

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.

For this project we are seeking a Chief Telecom Expert

Responsibilities

• Lead the telecom strategy for the metro section, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of all telecom-related components including passenger information systems, surveillance, communication networks, and public address systems.
• Serve as the main technical advisor on all telecom matters for the client, supporting informed decision-making at every stage of the project—from design reviews to system commissioning.
• Coordinate with other key systems experts (signaling, electrical, rolling stock, SCADA, civil, etc.) to ensure smooth integration of telecom systems into the overall metro infrastructure.
• Monitor and guide contractors, ensuring their designs, installations, and test procedures meet the project’s performance and safety requirements.
• Support inspections and reviews, provide critical inputs during factory and site testing, and ensure the system is fully ready for safe passenger operations.
• Represent the telecom discipline in project meetings, interface discussions, and client interactions, contributing both technical knowledge and strategic insights.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Telecommunication, or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in telecom with 5 years in Metrorail projects