ETCS System Engineer - National Railway - Brussels - Freelance / CDI

Key Responsibilities

• Define ETCS implementation principles in line with European guidelines.
• Ensure application and compliance with ETCS standards across signaling projects.
• Maintain system consistency and support the ETCS system lead.
• Identify and update operational, functional, and safety requirements for ETCS.
• Translate requirements into implementation specifications for the Belgian railway network.
• Assist project managers in analyzing anomalies during ETCS deployment and propose improvements.
• Conduct detailed studies and associated tests for new ETCS functionalities or implementation principles.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil or Industrial Engineering (electromechanics, electricity, electronics, or automation).
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in signaling or ETCS systems.
• Proven knowledge of railway signaling principles and ETCS standards (TSI/Subsets).
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills with a solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey clear messages to teams.
• Ability to learn and master complex topics autonomously.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in ETCS system principles and European standards.
• Familiarity with signaling systems and interoperability requirements.

Languages

• French: Very good proficiency (spoken and written).
• English: Good proficiency (reading, writing, speaking).

Soft Skills

• Conceptual and analytical mindset.
• Clear and transparent communication.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and autonomous.

Additional Information

• No night or weekend work required.
• No on-call duties.