Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d)

RAILPOOL Group; Savona; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

RAILPOOL GmbH in Italy is seeking a Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d) to draft, update, and implement maintenance documentation for our locomotive fleet operating in Italy, in line with ECM II requirements.

The role tracks hardware and software configurations, provides technical support to ECM functions, and contributes to continuous improvement of fleet maintenance. Italian fluency and English at least B2 are required, with a minimum 3 years in technical roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in mechanical, electrical or management engineering.
• At least 3 years in technical roles; rail experience is a plus.
• Strong problem solving and flexibility.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement maintenance documentation for locomotives in Italy.
• Track hardware and software fleet configurations.
• Provide technical support to ECM functions.
• Monitor fleet reliability and availability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Communication skills

MS 365 proficiency

Italian language

English B2

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

FLEXIBILITY FOR RENT – FLEXIBILITY FOR IMPROVEMENT

Are you looking for a sustainable, crisis-proof, and future-oriented company?

RAILPOOL’s fleet travels 85,000,000 kilometers every year, making a significant contribution to shifting transport to rail. Our Race-to-Zero is underway – are you on board?

We are one of the leading rail vehicle leasing companies, offering true full-service expertise from a single source. Founded in 2008 in Munich, we now have offices in 6 European countries and operate in 18 countries with around 493 sustainable electric locomotives and 148 passenger vehicles (with a total investment of 2 billion euros).

As a crisis-proof, future-oriented, and sustainable company, we continue to grow!

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

The person we are looking for will take on the role of Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d). The main responsibilities will be:

• Drafting, updating and implementing maintenance documentation relating to Railpool locomotives operating in Italy, in the context of the ECM II Maintenance Development function in accordance with European Regulation 2019/779, in coordination with the direct manager and the central ECM II functions
• Tracking and managing the hardware and software configuration of the fleet
• Providing technical support to the other ECM functions
• Actively participating in the international ECM II function community
• Supporting the Italy ECM II manager in the continuous improvement of fleet maintenance development
• Monitoring fleet performance in terms of reliability and availability

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

• You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in mechanical, electrical or management engineering disciplines
• You have at least 3 years of experience in technical roles (e.g. design, RAMs, project management), knowledge and experience in the railway business will be a plus
• You demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and flexibility
• You have excellent communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• You enjoy working in a team and are a true team player
• You maintain a detail-oriented mindset and are committed to complying with the quality and safety standards required of you
• You are also able to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• You are highly proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• You speak Italian fluently and have at least a B2 certification in English

Salary

Gross annual salary of €35.000–€38.000, plus a variable bonus component. Placement within the salary range depends on the candidate’s qualifications, skills and relevant experience.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Training and development opportunities We offer you the chance to support your individual development and build on your professional and personal strengths.
• Focus on sustainability and diversity Sustainability, diversity, equality, and inclusion are very important to us. That’s why we have a dedicated Sustainability Manager and Diversity Manager at RAILPOOL.
• Open and intercultural company culture We foster an open, international, and inclusive company culture with flat hierarchies, where everyone is on a first-name basis.
• Regular company events Team Days, RAILPOOL Oktoberfest, company runs in Munich, and more – to celebrate our successes together.
• Insurance You won’t be left on your own. If something happens, we’ve got you covered with health insurance and a group accident insurance.
• Remote work options Once you’re fully onboarded and working independently, you can work from home up to 10 days per month.
• Structured onboarding process We support you throughout your entire onboarding phase with a structured process, so you can start contributing effectively from day one.
• Some benefits may vary depending on function, location or contract.

WE´RE ALL ON THE SAME TRAIN -WILL YOU GET ON?

At RAILPOOL, we firmly believe that a diverse team brings many strengths. That’s why we place special emphasis on hiring women, people with disabilities, and individuals with a migration background or intercultural competence—provided they have the same qualifications, skills, and professional performance as other applicants.

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