Are you driven to deliver complex signalling projects that keep trains running safely?
At ELLEON, we support leading players in the railway industry in structuring and delivering their most demandingengineering programs. We are looking for a (Senior) Project Manager to join our team and lead the technical andcommercial management of ETCS onboard system integration projects for leading rolling stock manufacturers.
Company Description
ELLEON is a Switzerland-based engineering consulting company that connects experienced engineers with impactful projects in industries such as Aerospace, Defense, Robotics, Energy, Mobility, and Manufacturing. At ELLEON, we are a collective. We empower engineers, consultants, and clients to shape the future of strategicindustries through technical excellence and innovation.
Within our Energy & Mobility Practice, we partner with leading industrial players to support their strategic andtechnical initiatives, from technology assessment to large-scale industrial partnerships.
By joining us, you gain access to:
- A strong community of engineering and innovation professionals
- Certified leadership coaching & continuous development
- Flexible career models and a commitment to work-life balance
Your Role
As a (Senior) Project Manager you will plan, coordinate and oversee complex railway projects from initiation through completion, managing customers, suppliers, internal teams and partners, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in line with safety and quality standards.
You will proactively manage risks, opportunities, changes and dependencies, and lead cross-functional project teams with a strong team culture.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical and commercial project management of ETCS onboard system integration projects.
- Manage projects throughout their full lifecycle, from handover by Sales through to the end of the warranty period.
- Ensure achievement of project objectives related to schedule, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee all project activities to ensure successful and timely project execution.
- Manage and coordinate all project stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, internal teams, and partners.
- Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks, opportunities, changes, and project dependencies.
- Monitor project financial performance, including costs, revenues, forecasting, and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and provide accurate and timely project reporting.
- Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional project teams, fostering effective collaboration and a strong team culture.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in project management methodologies, processes, tools, and best practices.
Who You Are
- University degree (ETH/TU/FH/University) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or similar).
- Several years of experience in project management, preferably within the railway or transportation industry.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary technical projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Knowledge of relevant railway standards and regulations (e.g., TSI CCS, UNISIG) is an advantage.
- Experience with ETCS onboard systems or railway signaling is an advantage.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
- Fluent in English; German and additional languages are an asset.
- Willingness to travel (10-25%).
What We Offer
- Work on high-impact strategic and technical programs
- Contribute to strengthening the industrial and technological capabilities of a strategic sector
- Be part of the ELLEON Collective and grow within a strong engineering community
- Access continuous learning, leadership coaching, and career development opportunities
At ELLEON, we celebrate diversity and believe in equal opportunities for all. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and seniority to apply.
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(Senior) Project Manager - Railway in Zürich Arbeitgeber: ELLEON
Als führendes Ingenieurbüro in der Verteidigungs-, Luftfahrt- und Sicherheitsbranche bietet unser Unternehmen nicht nur spannende Projekte, sondern auch ein inspirierendes Arbeitsumfeld, das auf technischer Exzellenz und Teamarbeit basiert. Wir fördern die berufliche Weiterentwicklung unserer Mitarbeiter durch Mentoring-Programme und regelmäßige Schulungen, während wir gleichzeitig eine Kultur der Offenheit und Innovation pflegen. Arbeiten Sie in der Schweiz, wo Sie Zugang zu hochmodernen Technologien und einem dynamischen Markt haben, der Ihre Karrierechancen erheblich steigern kann.
