Senior Railway Signaling Engineer – LATAM

All locations
  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Porto Alegre, Brazil
  • Fortaleza, Brazil
  • Santiago, Chile
  • Belo Horizonte, Brazil
  • Panama City, Panama
Business:
Inspection
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
6317
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

As a Senior Railway Signaling Engineer – LATAM, you will:

  • Review railway signaling project designs.
  • Conduct safety analyses and Independent Safety Assessments (ISA).
  • Prepare budgets and provide project cost and timeline estimates.
  • Manage projects from start to finish, identify potential risks, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You will also communicate with stakeholders.
  • Be able to produce content for internal and external training, as well as for social media.
  • Support the growth of the railway business across Latin and Central America by developing business plans, identifying and pursuing new opportunities, and building strong client partnerships.

What we offer
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Degree in Electronic Engineering or Automation, with an MBA or MSc in Railway Signaling Engineering or Transportation (with active CREA registration - if aplicable).

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in railways, metros, or trams.

  • Familiarity with CENELEC standards EN 50126, EN 50128 (EN 50716), and EN 50129, including RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) specifications and demonstrations.

  • Experience in Safety Analysis and Demonstrations. Experience with Independent Safety Assessments and Safety Engineering.

  • Experience in preparing basic and executive designs and managing system interfaces.

  • Skilled in preparing technical documentation, drawings, studies, and related materials.

  • Knowledge and experience with signaling systems, general interlocking concepts. Knowledge of CBTC, PTC, ETCS or other relevant technologies is a plus.

  • Strong communication skills with team members, project managers, and clients.

  • Ability to synthesize and present information to teams and senior management.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve technical issues efficiently and collaboratively.

  • Experience in project management, including planning, team coordination, and meeting deadlines.

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating and communicating well with colleagues.

  • Fluent or advanced English.

Desirable:

  • Fluent or advanced Spanish/Portuguese.

  • Experience with industry-relevant software such as BIM, electrical system simulation tools, or others.

  • Experience with TS 50701 – Cybersecurity for Railways.

  • Familiarity with software development with a focus on safety.

  • Proof of experience through Professional Technical Collection registered with CREA (if aplicable)

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.