Charleroi – Contracting (permanent contract)
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For our partner specialised in the railway sector, we are looking for a Certification Engineer.
The Certification Engineer defines and executes the Certification and Authorization project plan in order to obtain the Authorization to Put into Service (APIS) of the On-board or Trackside ETCS signaling sub-system by the relevant National Authorities. For that purpose, the compliance with the European Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) and / or with the specific national requirements have to be assessed by different external independent entities.
The main task is to coordinate all activities and collection of required proof with the various internal and external project stakeholders in order to obtain the necessary certificates and authorizations for the project.
What are your responsibilities ?
- Defining and executing the Certification & Authorization Project Plan in line with Project QCD objectives
- Defining the Project Certification & Authorization applicable legal referential and associated requirements
- Planning all the C&A related activities in coordination with Project team based on existing standards, regulations and return on experience from previous or similar projects
- Preparing the procurement of external assessment services: creation of call for tender documents based on the defined scope of assessment, conducting the tender process, evaluation of tenders, contract drafting and negotiations with assessors in collaboration with the purchasing department
- Monitoring the development of evidences/means of proofs with the relevant stakeholders, by conducting regular workshops with various departments and sub-contractors
- Organizing and managing the assessment process with external assessors (Notified Bodies, Country Designated Bodies, etc), monitoring/follow-up of related action plans, review and approval of assessments reports
- Compiling the Certification and Authorization dossiers: definition of the content, compliance to formal requirements, file the official authorization requests towards European and / or National authorities
- Project Certification and Authorization QCD objectives
Who are you ?
- Masters Degree in Engineering
- European or National Railways regulations (e.g. through ERA or NSA training)
- Experience of Certification & Authorization process
- Fluent in English (oral & written); Other languages are an asset
- Knowledge of Railways/Signaling systems and products
- Rigorous in the respect of the processes and regulations related to C&A scope
- Team Player
- Autonomous and Proactive
- Good communication and coordination skills (with internal and external stakeholders)
What can you expect ?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way.
Are you interested in this job? Don’t hesitate to apply !
