Senior Rail Systems Communications Engineer - Poland

Hatch; Katowice; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Poland seeks a Senior Rail Systems Communications Engineer to design and implement state-of-the-art rail communications networks for global clients. The role involves developing design criteria, contract documents, cost estimates, and overseeing testing and commissioning, with potential international travel.

Strong English communication, project coordination, and knowledge of SCADA, fibre optic, CCTV, and network management are essential. Based in Katowice, Poland.

Qualifications

• Experience with BICSI standards and regulations.
• Design of detailed fibreoptic infrastructure including outside plant and datacentres.
• SCADA systems design including PLCs and data aggregation equipment.
• CCTV and access control systems design and supporting networks.
• Wireless voice and data systems for rail vehicles and facilities.
• Passenger information signage and public address design.
• Backup power systems for communications applications.
• Knowledge of enterprise network management and security controls.
• Excellent English communication; multilingual skills are a plus.
• Experience in transit/rail industry and ability to travel internationally.
• PMI certification desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs and contract documents for rail communications.
• Prepare cost estimates and review contractor designs and data.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and cut-over of networks and data centres.
• Coordinate with clients worldwide and manage project teams.
• Ensure security controls and disaster recovery planning for network infrastructure.
• Travel to client sites as required.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

HP OpenView

SolarWinds

Job description

Senior Rail Systems Communications Engineer - Poland

Date: Oct 29, 2026

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100853

Job Category:Engineering

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Hatch, a globally respected leader in railway consulting, is currently seeking candidates for the following position to join our Global Rail Systems team in the Katowice, Poland :

Senior Rail Systems Communications Engineer

We are seeking a results-driven engineering professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Candidates must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines andmaintaininga high levelof quality, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will be tasked with the development of conceptual designs and contract documents sufficient to allow a qualified contractor to implementstate-of-the-artcommunications networks for various clients, primarily transit agencies from around the world. International travel to client sites may berequired.

Our clients rely on us to help themprocurenew systems andassisttheir staff and contractors in ensuring rail and transit systems are built to specification andoperateas intended, while minimizing our clients’ risk andoptimizingcosts based on their needs. Work will include establishing design criteria, writing specifications, developing conceptual designs, preparing cost estimates, reviewing contractors’ designs and other data, and overseeing testing and commissioning/cut-over of various communications networks, datacentres, and systems. Communications systems and networks are used by operations departments to dispatch fleets, as well as by various safety, control, and ticketing systems. Systems in dedicated rights-of-way also support administrative networks. Work often takes place on an operating railroad or transit system in a brownfield environment where planning, execution, and field validation are all critical activities in which the successful candidate willparticipate. Our engineers are key people in our clients’ organizations, bringing new services and systems online. Project management experience is highly desirable.

Requirements

• BICSI and other international standards and regulations
• Design of detailed fibreoptic system infrastructure plans, including outside plant, control rooms, and datacentres
• Design of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and data aggregation equipment
• Design of CCTV and access control systems, including supporting networks
• Design of wireless voice and data systems for rail vehicles and facilities
• Design of passenger information signage and public address systems for stations and buildings
• Backup power systems for communications-related applications
• Development of requirements for appropriate physical and cyber security controls to safeguard network access and other vital electronic infrastructure
• Design, implementation, administration, and optimization of enterprise network management systems and monitoring utilities such as HP OpenView, SolarWinds, or equivalent
• Network throughput, latency, and reliability design and calculations
• Design and implementation of disaster recovery plans and disaster recovery quality assurance testing for network infrastructure to ensure business continuity
• Ethernet core protocols and common extensions
• Preparation of contract drawings, specifications, cost estimating, field verification, inspection and testing
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English; additional language skills, such as French, are an advantage
• Candidates with certifications, knowledge, and experience with networking products and technologies are preferred. BICSI RCDD certification, EU Professional Engineering Registration (or equivalent), and Project Management Institute certification are highly desirable but not required. Experience in the transit/transportation industry is required. Applicants should have the ability to travel internationally if required.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

This position is based in Poland and will support global rail communications projects from our Katowice, Poland office.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hatch is one of the world's most respected consultants to the railroad and rail transit industries. Hatch offers attractive professional opportunities and competitive compensation and benefits packages. Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter online.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.