Network Engineer – ETCS Signalling Systems

About the role

This Network Engineer position in Wallisellen focuses on creating and maintaining network architectures for ETCS and other signalling systems on rolling stock. The role covers design, configuration, commissioning and ongoing support of onboard networks, with close cooperation across several engineering teams.

Key responsibilities

• Create and maintain network architectures for ETCS and other signalling systems on rolling stock
• Define, document and manage network designs, interfaces and communication concepts
• Configure and commission onboard networks for ETCS equipment and other signalling systems
• Maintain network configurations, VLAN concepts, IP addressing schemes and security settings
• Coordinate with System Engineering, Cyber Security, Vehicle Engineering, Approval & Certification and Commissioning teams
• Analyse and troubleshoot network and communication issues during integration, commissioning and operation
• Support system testing, vehicle acceptance and on-site fault diagnostics
• Manage configuration and changes across the project lifecycle and contribute to network standards and best practices

Required profile

• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering or a comparable technical qualification
• Solid knowledge of Ethernet, routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls and TCP/IP
• Experience designing and implementing network architectures and configurations
• Experience with diagnostic and monitoring tools and with Layer 2/3 switch configuration
• Knowledge of ETCS, TCN or railway communication systems is an advantage
• Good understanding of standards such as IEC 62443, ISO 27001, TS 50701 and CRA
• Fluent English; German is an advantage
• Willingness to travel for integration and commissioning