ACCIONA
ACCIONA

Track Electrification Specialist

Spain·Competitive·On-site·Senior · 7+ years·Spanish: Fluent·English: Required

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About the role

ACCIONA, within its Construction business line, is looking to hire a Track Electrification Specialist to work in its Specialized Systems business unit, based in Madrid.

Responsible for the definition, validation, and integration of the electrification system in railway projects, at every phase of the project, both during the bidding phase and the execution phase.

Your activity must have an impact on all stages of the project, starting in the pre-design phase, with the definition and coordination of the different supplier companies and the required design firm, as well as the verification of design requirements and interfaces.

What you'll do

  • Technical Management and Interface Coordination

  • Definition of scopes and sizing applicable to the track electrification system.

  • Technical coordination of subcontractor design firms for the track electrification scope, supervision of the design produced by them, and assurance of its correct integration with the rest of the subsystems and with the railway infrastructure.

  • Definition and delimitation of interfaces with the rest of the subsystems and civil infrastructure.

  • Support in the development of the project Interface Matrix.

  • Technical resolution of interface issues between systems. Approval of technical integration solutions according to functional requirements, technical specifications of the works, and site conditions.

  • Development of value engineering to optimize technical solutions.

  • Supervision of Regulatory, Technical, and Contractual Compliance

  • Verification of compliance with local and international technical standards and contractual requirements.

  • Verification of the technical specifications of the equipment proposed by suppliers, as required for their integration into the works.

  • Review of contracts associated with the scope.

  • Risk Management and Problem Solving

  • Identification of risks during the bidding and execution phases, proposing mitigation strategies.

  • Technical resolution of interface issues with other subsystems.

  • Approval of technical integration solutions according to functional requirements, technical specifications of the works, and site conditions.

  • Testing and Systems Validation Management

  • Support in the development of the systems testing plan and the integration testing plan.

  • Strategy Optimization and Continuous Improvement

  • Advisory support to the teams during the bidding processes.

  • Participation in continuous improvement workshops and company programs, contributing ideas and suggestions for process improvement.

Nice to have

At least 7 years in a similar position for railway projects, with specific experience in the execution of projects involving track electrification, across the design, installation, testing, and commissioning phases, developed over the last 10 years using cutting-edge industry technologies.

Specific experience in globally recognized railway companies is valued.

Education & certifications

Industrial or electrical engineer with a specialization in railway systems or related fields.

Languages

Languages: Advanced level of English and Spanish.

About the company & team

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructure that generates a positive impact on society. Our workforce, made up of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

Authority

Technical approval of the guidelines for the development of the track electrification system, at all phases of the project, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Technical skills

Railway Energy Systems, Power Distribution Systems, Flexible Catenary, Rigid Catenary.

Skills

Results orientation; organization and planning; adaptability and mobility; leadership and team development; negotiation; ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.

Additional information

We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and, for this reason, we work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are fostered so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite all people to apply, regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer certification for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, which recognizes the Company as one of the best places to work in Spain.

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About the company

ACCIONA

ACCIONA

Infrastructure and Energy

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57000 employees
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