Sécheron SA

Site Manager for Czech republic - Railway Traction Substation

Sécheron SA  •  Prague, CZ (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Sécheron Hasler Group continues the Swiss tradition of over 140 years in the field of railway technology. We are a leading global supplier of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions and traction power systems for the railway industry and also provide solutions for renewable energy, DC grid, and other industrial systems. The name Sécheron Hasler Group is a worldwide synonym for Swiss Quality and represents a leading reference for state of the art products supplied to the market.

With more than 1’200 employees worldwide, we are wherever our customers are around the globe, supplying products approved in our customers’ countries or markets and deliver top-notch supply chain and customer services locally.

For site in Prague (Traction Power Systems), we are looking for Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of railway traction substation projects in Czech Republic. You will oversee construction activities and the installation of key electrical systems (MV, transformers, DC switchgear, LV, SCADA), ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality execution.

In this role you will perform the following tasks:

    • Manage all on-site construction activities and ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards
    • Coordinate civil, mechanical, and electrical works
    • Supervise installation and integration of MV, transformers, DC, LV, and SCADA systems
    • Act as the main interface between contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders
    • Plan and coordinate testing, commissioning, and handover
    • Ensure quality control, documentation, and resolution of non-conformities
    • Enforce HSE standards and safe working practices
    • Report progress and maintain accurate site records

Requirements

What we expect:

    • Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field
    • Proven experience in railway electrification or traction substations
    • Strong knowledge of MV, transformers, DC, LV, and SCADA systems
    • Experience with testing and commissioning
    • Background in construction site management
    • Leadership and team coordination
    • Strong communication and stakeholder management
    • Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
    • Knowledge of safety standards

Benefits

What we offer:

  • Interesting job position in a dynamically growing company
  • Opportunities for professional and career growth developed internationally
  • Financial compensation based on work results
  • Professional training
  • Flexible working hours
  • 13 salary, transport allowance, meal vouchers, pension plan contribution
  • 5 weeks of vacation and other….

If our offer appeals to you and you meet the above requirements, please respond via this application and attach your CV. We are looking forward to talking to you!

Sécheron Hasler Group is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Sécheron SA

About Sécheron SA

Sécheron SA is focused on railway industry, and industrial segments manufacturing high power electric equipment. We design, manufacture, test and deliver products and solutions covering the following scope

Electrical Safety Solutions

Sécheron SA offers an extensive range of products, solutions and services dedicated to the switching and protection of high voltage traction and auxiliary equipment installed on railway and mass transit vehicles. Our ranges of DC and AC circuit breakers, contactors and disconnecting switches, as well as master controllers and wheel flange lubricators, are used on locomotives, conventional and high-speed trains, EMU's, metros, light rail vehicles, tramways and trolley buses.

Traction Power Systems

Sécheron SA offers a complete range of components, solutions, systems and services for DC Traction Substations powering and protecting mass transit and railway networks. With more than 60 years experience in this activity, Sécheron has developed a unique expertise making our equipment to be used in most of the major cities worldwide operating metros and light rails networks, as well as in countries equipped with DC railway lines. Starting from the delivery of individual components such as DC circuit-breakers, disconnect switches or protection and control devices, Sécheron supplies up to the complete DC substation, including transformer-rectifier groups, DC switchgear, regenerative inverter/energy storage systems and other panels. Supported by a strong and expertise project management and engineering team, we also offer a complete range of services to guarantee the quality and performances of the project and equipment.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Satigny - Geneva, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
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