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Railways for the world of tomorrow.
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DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience and our infrastructure pro-jects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.


We are seeking a Digital Solution Expert - Bus Operations as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.



Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for identifying, implementing, and optimizing digital systems that support efficient, safe, and customer-focused bus operations. The role bridges operational needs and technology solutions, ensuring digital tools deliver measurable improvements in performance, reliability, and passenger experience.
  • Lead the deployment and optimization of digital solutions for bus operations (e.g., ITS, AVL, CAD/AVL, APC, fare systems, depot systems)
  • Act as a subject-matter expert for operational digital platforms and tools
  • Ensure systems align with operational requirements, service planning, and safety standards
  • Enable the effective use of operational data to support decision-making and performance management
  • Define data requirements, dashboards, and KPIs for bus operations
  • Support data integration between operational systems and enterprise platforms.
  • Translate operational needs into clear functional and technical requirements
  • Support procurement, vendor management, testing, and system acceptance
  • Coordinate system rollouts, upgrades, and change management activities.
  • Support operations teams in using digital tools effectively
  • Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve operational efficiency
  • Contribute to service reliability, fleet utilization, and incident management through digital solutions
  • Work closely with operations, IT, planning, safety, and maintenance teams
  • Liaise with technology vendors, integrators, and consultants
  • Support training and documentation for operational staff.
Kvalifikationer
Qualifications:


  • Bachelor’s degree holder in Information Systems, Engineering, Transportation, or a related field.  
  • Total minimum of 5-8 years plus experience in digital solutions, ITS, or systems implementation in bus operations or public transport. 
  • Strong understanding of bus operations processes and workflow. 
  • Experience with CAD/AVL, real-time passenger information, fare collection, or depot management systems
  • Knowledge of ITS standards and data protocols (e.g., GTFS, GTFS-RT, SIRI, APIs)
  • Experience with cloud platforms, system integration, or cybersecurity principles.
  • Experience working with Ministry, Government Agencies, Public & Private Stakeholders in the Middle East.
  • Preferably proficiency in Arabic language, speaking, writing & reading. Plus, English language skills both spoken and written. 
  • Only Muslim Applicants – Work Location: Makkah City.  
  • Full Computer Literacy
  • Excellent communication skills are essential to success in this role.
  • Driving license required to drive to site or to technical meetings with the client representative.

Benefits

Attractive employment conditions​
We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.​
Intercultural teams​
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
International career opportunities​
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Professional onboarding and development​
We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.​
Work safety​
Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.​
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In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!