PDA (Project Design Authority)

PDA (Project Design Authority) APPLY NOW On behalf of our client, a global leader in complex engineering, mobility solutions, and large-scale infrastructure projects, we are seeking an experienced "Project Design Authority (PDA)" to take ownership of the technical and design aspects of railway signalling projects. Working within a multinational and multidisciplinary engineering environment, this position will play a key role in coordinating technical activities, managing customer requirements, guiding design teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of project-specific engineering solutions in line with quality and industry standards. If you are an experienced railway signalling professional with strong expertise in Interlocking and ERTMS/ETCS systems, and are ready to take a leading role in complex international projects, explore the details below: 🎯 Key Responsibilities · Project Technical Management - Manage the technical aspects of projects and conduct meetings with customers. · Technical Reporting - Prepare and present technical project reports, including progress updates, risks, and proposed solutions. · Design Documentation - Develop project-specific design documentation for internal use and customer delivery. · Cross-Functional Meetings - Organize and lead regular meetings with the Engineering Manager, Project Manager, and technical teams. · Requirements Analysis - Analyse customer requirements in coordination with relevant technical departments and report outcomes. · Field Team Support - Provide regular updates and technical guidance to field teams. · DVA Documentation - Prepare DVA (Design Validation) documentation for bids. · Risk & Improvement Activities - Identify risks and improvement opportunities, contributing to continuous improvement activities. · Quality Compliance - Ensure compliance with company quality policies and related standards. 💡 Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree Requirement - At least a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering. · Experience in Interlocking & ERTMS/ETCS - Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in interlocking and ERTMS/ETCS systems. · Railway Signalling Expertise - Deep knowledge of railway mainline signalling systems (design, installation, testing, and commissioning); knowledge of urban signalling systems is considered an additional asset. · Field Operations Requirement - Experience in signalling field operations is a must. ⭐ Skills & Competencies · Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a must, Spanish is considered as an additional asset · Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills · Ability to work in a multicultural and corporate environment · Excellent presentation and negotiation skills · High-level skills in AutoCAD and MS Office · Basic knowledge of software systems · No travel restriction and valid driver’s license Department Electrical and Electronics Engineering Locations Ankara/Türkiye Remote status Hybrid