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Systems Architect - Engineering (SMO) – 12 Month Contract

Vacature ID
484423
Geplaatst sinds
12-nov-2025
Organisatie
Mobility
Vakgebied
Engineering
Bedrijf
Siemens Mobility (Pty) Ltd
Ervaringsniveau
Experienced Professional
Type functie
Fulltime
Werkvorm
Hybride (plaatsonafhankelijk/kantoor)
Type contract
Vaste termijn
Locatie(s)
  • Randburg - Gauteng - Zuid-Afrika
Job Title / Role: System Architect - Engineering
Organization: Siemens Mobility (Pty) Ltd
Location: Northriding - Randburg
Reporting Manager: System Engineering Team Leader

The Business

Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods - and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people on all continents. Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification and services.

Role Headline

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Siemens Mobility South Africa is seeking experienced professionals in railway signalling, in the field of interlocking and control systems engineering to join our team of Data Engineers.

Responsibilities of the Role

• Configure Interlocking software based on plans using various software tools.
• Apply fundamentals of South African railway signalling philosophy for the configuration of Interlocking software.
• Integrate the Interlocking System to the Train Control System for full system correspondence
• Liase with the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) team and assist with correction loops.
• Travel to site to support the Site Acceptance Team (SAT) where and when required.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, including design, implementation, and commissioning phases.
• Implementing projects within the time schedule and producing the required quality of output in order to reduce rework and meet deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the Railway Signalling industry
• Experienced with SIMATIC Manager or equivalent.
• Communication/Network Technologies, including design and hardware configuration.
• Interpret Railway Signalling Front Sheets, Control Sheets, and Element Connection Diagrams provided by the Engineering Design Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.Tech (Electrical, Electronic or Computer Engineering) qualification.
• Be familiar with South African Railway Signalling Philosophy (PRASA ROC6 and Transnet ROC4)

  Attributes and Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability and willingness to challenge status quo
• Willingness to get directly involved with operational matters
• Strong communication skills; must be able to interact with all levels of the organization in both local and international organisations
• Improve processes and productivity through the use of digitalization, artificial intelligence and latest technologies.
• Technical writing skills
• Decision making skills

Our culture:
Our culture embraces different perspectives, open debate, and the will to challenge convention. Change is a constant aspect of our work. We aspire to lead the change in our industry rather than just react to it. That’s why we invite you to take on new challenges, test your ideas, and celebrate success.
The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets under the Employment Equity Act will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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