Project Manager Engineer - Rolling Stock​/Railway Systems

Do you want to be the person who makes an entire railway system work seamlessly?
As a Signalling Project Manager Engineer at Buhlmann
, you act as a technical consultant
: you analyse procedures, detect design errors, advise the project team, and serve as the final checkpoint ensuring that an installation is safe, correct and operational.
A role with major responsibility, visible impact and real influence on decisions — perfect for engineers who want to make a meaningful difference.

About BUHLMANN N.V.

For over 70 years, BUHLMANN N.V. has been a trusted player in railway systems and signalling in Belgium. We stand out through deep technical expertise, a strong hands‑on mentality, and a problem‑solving mindset. Unlike large engineering firms with narrow roles, our engineers and project managers oversee the entire project cycle
: from engineering and prototyping to installation, commissioning, maintenance, and technical interventions. This results in a technically rich, challenging, and highly educational role with real impact.

We work for major clients such as SNCB/NMBS, STIB/MIVB, De Lijn, TEC, and Lineas
, supporting them with:

• Analysis and engineering
• Design and prototyping
• Installation on rail and site locations
• Commissioning and functional validation
• Maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous optimization

We deliver projects such as:

• New switch control systems and level crossings
• Modernization and expansion of existing installations
• Electromechanical systems for workshop facilities
• Maintenance and optimization of hundreds of control installations
• Troubleshooting and technological upgrades

Through strategic partnerships with Pintsch and Hanning‑Kahl
, we combine in‑house technical know‑how with continuous service, including preventive maintenance and fast interventions.

We are expanding and looking for an Engineering Project Manager (or similar profiles such as Project Engineer, Technical Project Lead, Railway Engineer, Rolling Stock Specialist, System Engineer) who enjoys taking responsibility for technology, execution, client interaction, and project outcomes and will contribute to improving the railway systems and have a direct societal impact.

As an Engineering Project Manager, you are the central point of contact within our railway projects and rolling stock operations.

• Manage technical projects in railway engineering, electromechanics, and signalling from design to delivery.
• Coordinate internal teams (engineering, site teams, maintenance, administration) and external partners such as Pintsch and Hanning‑Kahl
  .
• Lead site meetings, monitor schedules and deadlines, and ensure compliance with quality, budget, and contractual agreements.
• Oversee the realization of prototypes, testing, assembly, and commissioning.
• Analyze technical issues and provide support for malfunctions, maintenance, and optimizations during the warranty period or in operation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement regarding ISO, VCA, safety, and site efficiency.
• Spend regular time on‑site or in maintenance facilities, not just behind a desk.
• In a flat organization with fast decision‑making.
• With short communication lines and daily collaboration with technical teams.
• With autonomy, supported during the onboarding period and regular alignment with management.

• Internal engineers, site managers, assembly and maintenance technicians
• Administration and planning teams
• International suppliers and technology partners

90% of your work takes place in Belgium, with supplier or site visits in Western Europe (±10%).

Education

• Master’s degree in industrial engineering (electromechanics, electricity, mechanics, or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of experience in project management or technical projects
  , preferably in electromechanical installations, automation, or industrial systems, with responsibility for coordination, planning, execution, and maintenance.

Skills

• Strong technical understanding of electromechanics, electrical installations, signalling, or industrial automation.
• Excellent communication skills and customer focus.
• Analytical, organised and able to prioritise.
• Flexible to work both in the office and on railway…