Electrical Engineer – Schematics and Switchgear

Job Description: We are looking for an Electrical Engineer specializing in schematics and switchgear to join our project team in the railway sector. You will be responsible for the design, validation, and monitoring of electrical schematics, as well as the definition of switchgear for embedded systems (trains, electrical subsystems).

A. Electrical diagram

• Create or update electrical diagrams (wiring, power supply, controls).
• Pilot or execute DC wiring diagrams for harnesses and connections.
• Check and reread the diagrams to ensure their technical and regulatory compliance.
• to develop or update synoptic diagrams for an overview of the systems.
• Update the schematic lists (connectors, terminal blocks, devices, cables).
• Define a preliminary segregation of the cables in harnesses to optimize integration.
• Prepare documentation packages for detailed electrical design.

B. D. Finishing of Equipment

• Write or follow the technical specifications for electrical products: Circuit breakers, relays, terminal blocks, contactors.
• Design or update the specifications of electrical cabinets (dimensions, components, standards).
• Define the specifications of complex electrical systems: Buttons, switches, indicator lights, headlights, converters, etc.
• Consult and monitor suppliers for: Component selection. Delivery tracking and product conformity.
• Validate the technical specifications and prototypes provided by the subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Education: Engineering degree or equivalent in electrotechnics, electrical engineering or embedded systems.
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in electrical design (ideally in railway, aeronautics or heavy industry).
• Knowledge of standards: Experience with railway standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, etc.) and functional safety processes (RAMS).

Technical skills

• Electrical design of trains and electromechanical systems
• Electrical and switchgear diagrams
• Cable routing, grounding and EMC
• 2D/3D CAD (CATIA, E3, or equivalent)
• Electrical architecture and block diagrams

Soft skills

• Technical leadership
• Rigour and analytical skills
• Cross-functional communication
• Autonomy and solution orientation
• Languages: Fluent French, Technical English

Desired Candidate Profile

Education: Engineering degree or equivalent in electrotechnics, electrical engineering or embedded systems.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in electrical design (ideally in railway, aeronautics or heavy industry).

Knowledge of standards: Experience with railway standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, etc.) and functional safety processes (RAMS).

Technical skills

• Electrical design of trains and electromechanical systems
• Electrical and switchgear diagrams
• Cable routing, grounding and EMC
• 2D/3D CAD (CATIA, E3, or equivalent)
• Electrical architecture and block diagrams

Soft skills

• Technical leadership
• Rigour and analytical skills
• Cross-functional communication
• Autonomy and solution orientation
• Languages: Fluent French, Technical English