Type Test Engineer – Railway

agap2 Switzerland; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

agap2 Switzerland is seeking a Type Test Engineer to support planning, execution and coordination of type testing for railway vehicles and systems in Switzerland. You will work at the interface between engineering, testing, commissioning, system integration and certification to ensure safe and reliable validation of railway solutions.

The role requires close collaboration with engineering, software, electrical, and system teams, along with strong documentation and regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline.
• Experience in testing, validation, commissioning, or verification of complex technical systems.
• Knowledge of railway standards and regulations such as EN 50126/50128/50129/50155.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and coordinate type tests for railway vehicles and systems.
• Develop test plans, specifications, procedures, and reports.
• Conduct static and dynamic tests on railway vehicles and systems.
• Test and validate electrical and electronic systems including traction and control.
• Analyse test results and document deviations with traceability.
• Coordinate fault analysis with engineering teams.
• Support vehicle approval and certification with test evidence.
• Interface with customers, test institutes, authorities, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Assist commissioning, system integration, and technical acceptance activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test methodologies and validation processes.
• Identify risks early and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Testing & validation

Fault analysis

Documentation

Electrical systems

German & English

Test management tools

Requirements verification

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Systems Engineering

Tools

Measurement systems

Requirements management

Test management software

Job description

agap2 is a European engineering and operational consulting company founded in 2005, supporting leading companies across highly regulated and technology-driven industries. Our expertise spans Railway, Aviation, Aerospace, Semiconductors, Chemicals, Infrastructure, Transportation, and Information Technology.

For our railway activities, we are looking for a Type Test Engineer to support the planning, execution, and coordination of type testing and validation activities for railway vehicles and their technical systems. In this role, you will work at the interface between engineering, testing, commissioning, system integration, and certification, contributing to the safe and reliable validation of innovative railway solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and coordinate type tests for railway vehicles and their technical systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop test plans, test specifications, test procedures, and comprehensive test reports in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct and support static and dynamic tests on railway vehicles and their systems.
• Plan and perform the testing and validation of electrical and electronic systems, including traction systems, energy supply, control technology, and vehicle communication systems.
• Analyse test results, identify technical deviations, and ensure that findings are accurately documented and tracked.
• Coordinate fault analysis and resolution with Engineering, Software, Electrical Engineering, and System Engineering teams.
• Ensure full traceability between requirements, verification activities, test results, and technical evidence.
• Support vehicle approval and certification activities by providing the required test evidence and technical documentation.
• Act as a technical interface between customers, test institutes, approval authorities, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
• Support commissioning, system integration, troubleshooting, and technical acceptance activities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of test methodologies, procedures, and validation processes.
• Identify technical risks and deviations at an early stage and work with the relevant engineering teams to develop effective corrective and preventive measures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline.
• Professional experience in testing, validation, commissioning, or verification of complex technical systems.
• Good knowledge of electrical and electronic systems used in railway vehicles.
• Practical experience with test methods, measurement systems, fault analysis, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of relevant railway standards and regulations, such as EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, and EN 50155, depending on the scope of testing.
• Knowledge of Requirements Engineering and Verification & Validation (V&V) processes.
• Experience with test management tools, requirements management systems, and measurement data analysis.
• Ability to interpret complex test results and translate technical findings into clear, traceable documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a structured and hands-on approach.
• Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, test institutes, and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, structured, solution-oriented, and independent working style, with a strong sense of responsibility for technical quality and safety.
• Joining a group with strong development potential that aims to improve your employability on challenging and varied projects.
• Joining a structure that has been established in Switzerland for a long time with a client portfolio that includes leaders in the sector.
• Having a sustainable job with stability and access to a real collaboration.
• Benefit from training with accredited and certified centers.
• Having a local management team to support you in the achievement of your missions and in the development of your career.
• Being part of a dynamic, committed team with real human values that we live by every day.