Design Manager - CBTC Systems
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Type: Permanent
Salary: Excellent local package + benefits
EWI is supporting a major rail infrastructure programme in Denmark and is seeking an experienced Design Manager - CBTC Systems to join a high-profile project based in Copenhagen. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a complex, safety-critical rail signalling programme within one of Europe's most progressive and well-funded transport markets.
The Opportunity
You will take ownership of the design coordination and delivery of CBTC (Communications-Based Train Control) systems, working across multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful integration across the wider rail systems environment.
This role offers a client/consultancy-side perspective, meaning you will be acting as a technical authority and interface between stakeholders, rather than purely contractor delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the design lifecycle for CBTC systems, from concept through to detailed design and implementation
- Coordinate interfaces between signalling, telecoms, rolling stock, power, and infrastructure systems
- Act as a key technical liaison between client, consultants, contractors, and suppliers
- Review and validate design submissions to ensure compliance with project requirements, standards, and safety regulations
- Drive system integration activities and support testing & commissioning phases
- Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring delivery to programme timelines and budgets
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and wider project teams
Candidate Profile
- 7-15 years' experience within rail systems engineering, with a strong focus on signalling/CBTC systems
- Broad, multidisciplinary systems background (e.g. signalling, telecoms, systems integration, rail infrastructure)
- Proven experience working on the client side or within a consultancy environment
- Strong understanding of systems integration and interface management on complex rail projects
- Experience with GoA4 (fully automated, unattended train operation) systems would be highly advantageous
- Familiarity with European rail standards and safety processes is desirable
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Degree qualified in Engineering or a related field
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work on a flagship European rail project in Copenhagen
- Join a collaborative, forward-thinking project environment
- Competitive local Danish package, including strong benefits and work-life balance
- Career progression within a growing and internationally recognised project framework
About EWI
EWI is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and engineering projects globally. We partner with leading clients across rail, energy, and construction markets to deliver world-class talent solutions.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Design Manager CBTC Rail Systems
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