Verification & Validation Engineer – Railway Sector

Médiane Benelux; Charleroi; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Médiane Benelux is seeking a V&V Engineer to strengthen our teams on high-safety signaling projects in railways. You will contribute to the V&V strategy, define verification methodologies, create test plans and perform verification, integration and testing activities.

You will work in Charleroi with cross-functional teams, applying Python and C/C++ skills to verify system behaviour, report results, and support safety-related topics with the Safety Assurance Manager.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset.
• Experience in V&V within railway and signaling domains.
• Good understanding of software development processes.
• Knowledge of at least one railway platform.
• Familiarity with ETCS Trackside and interlocking principles.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the V&V strategy and ensure its implementation.
• Define verification methodologies for deliverables.
• Create test plans and detailed test specifications.
• Perform verification, integration, and testing activities.
• Report test results and monitor KPIs with stakeholders.
• Interface with Safety Assurance Manager on safety topics.
• Set up test environments and manage configurations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Software development

V&V experience in railway

Railway platform knowledge

ETCS Trackside knowledge

Interlocking principles

Tools

Python

C/C++

Job description

Médiane Benelux: Career Booster!

Since 2017, and with over 35 years of experience in France and Italy, Médiane Benelux is an engineering company specializing in software, electronics, and cybersecurity across key sectors such as Railways, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Aerospace, Space, Telecoms, Industry, and Defense.

What we offer:

• IT consulting and strategy
• Digital transformation and IoT solutions
• Project management and process optimization

As specialists in electronics, development, and embedded systems design, we operate from sensor to cloud.

Why choose Médiane Benelux?

• Human-sized company: Promotes teamwork and collaboration in a dynamic and stimulating environment
• Sharp technical expertise and tailored solutions for each sector
• Talent support: Personalized follow-up, continuous training, and skill development for our employees
• Custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client
• Culture of innovation: Participation in innovative and varied projects
• Ecovadis Gold certification: Commitment to equality, well-being, and responsibility
• Human values: Commitment, Respect, Trust, Listening

Happy at Work and Happy Clients labels by Choose my Company: A fulfilling work environment and optimal client satisfaction

Le poste :

As part of critical projects in the railway industry, our client is looking for a V&V Engineer (Verification & Validation) to strengthen its teams working on high-safety signaling systems.

Key Responsibilities :

• Contribute to the definition of the V&V strategy and ensure its proper implementation
• Define verification methodologies for selected deliverables
• Create test plans and detailed test specifications
• Perform verification, integration, and testing activities
• Analyze and report test results
• Collaborate with the Safety Assurance Manager on safety-related topics
• Interface with technical teams to align on V&V methodologies
• Follow up on tests executed on-site (T&C)
• Manage configuration and change management related to V&V activities
• Set up and configure test environments (test benches, instrumentation)
• Provide data for KPI monitoring
• Represent the project towards customers and partners (progress, risks, opportunities)

Profil recherché :

Required Profile & Skills :

• Strong analytical skills
• Good understanding of software development
• Experience in V&V within railway and signaling domains
• Knowledge of at least one railway platform
• Solid knowledge of:

• ETCS Trackside Level 1 and Level 2
• Interlocking principles
• Technical skills in Python, C/C++, and tools (AI is a plus)

Nice to Have :

• Knowledge of multiple railway platforms
• Understanding of design and data preparation processes
• Engineering/system background
• Minimum 2 years of experience in complex and regulated environments