Project Engineer, Telecoms Engineering

About Nomad Digital
Nomad Digital is the world's leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions to the railway industry. Founded in 2002, and headquartered in the UK, currently serving more than 80+ global customers - in more than 40 countries - Nomad designs, builds, deploys and manages passenger Wi‑Fi and on‑board passenger infotainment systems. Nomad also provides remote online condition‑based monitoring and maintenance solutions for optimising fleet management, operational performance and improving fuel economy.

When you join Nomad Digital, you will join a forward‑thinking, fast‑growing, fun environment with access to some of the very latest technology in its field. You will work with experts who innovate collaboratively, creating an environment of teamwork and trustworthiness.

Overview
Nomad Digital has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Engineering team in Europe. The position will be based in the Amsterdam/Utrecht region, home‑based. Candidates must be fluent in both Dutch and English.

Working closely with the Project Manager and Engineering Manager, you will coordinate the technical delivery of projects, from solution design and documentation through to implementation, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and engage with clients where required, ensuring successful project outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of IP networking, wireless technologies, and Linux platforms, along with at least three years of hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting network devices such as switches, routers, and access points.

Experience with satellite communications is an advantage.

Occasional extended international travel may be required for certain projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work in a team with the Project Manager to coordinate internal teams and ensure all deliverables are completed within the specified timescales.

Client interaction to determine requirements, agree on solutions, review documentation, agree on test plans, and present results.

High‑level design from the bid technical proposal; finalise design during the project phase.

Create project documents in line with requirements and planning:

Documenting the design, including synoptics.

Integration documents in case third‑party solutions have to be integrated.

Test specifications.

Configuration, training, and installation manuals.

Documents for handover to operations.

Responsible for defining and reviewing configuration to match the design objectives, with the support of the internal team.

Responsible for troubleshooting in case of issues, both through own investigation and by coordinating with other internal teams or manufacturers. Can act as 3rd‑line support to internal teams.

Managing the handover to the client or in‑house support staff, including training.

Qualification Requirements
Essential

Understanding of TCP/IP networking, LAN and VLAN IP planning.

User knowledge of Linux.

Desirable

Knowledge of Mobile data networks, and general technical hybrid Telecom & IT experience.

Knowledge of certification requirements for railway.

Linux REDHAT certified or Debian certified.

Degree level in Electrical / Electronic / IT / Computing Engineering or a related subject.

Understanding of IT/Telecom Operations and Maintenance procedures.

Knowledge of antenna design and antenna placement. RF Telecom knowledge.

Experience Requirements
Essential

At least 3 years hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting various network devices including switches, routers, and access points.

Remote management experience using SSH.

Very good communication skills, both technical and user facing in English and Dutch.

Good documentation skills.

Experience creating system schematics, Bills of materials, test documents and technical processes and procedures.

Good knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and preferably Visio.

Thorough and logical approach to planning and implementation.

Desirable

Experience working in rail/transportation sector, with understanding of Operations and Maintenance procedures.

Wi‑Fi and/or RF planning and implementation experience.

Experience with hardware…