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Kapsch is one of Austria's most successful global technology companies. With its comprehensive ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) portfolio, Kapsch is actively addressing the challenges of the present and the future with intelligent mobility solutions in a wide range of application areas. As a family-owned company founded in 1892 and headquartered in Vienna, Kapsch can look back on 130 years of experience with the future.

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with deep expertise across both hardware and software domains to lead technical efforts throughout the full lifecycle of complex engineering projects. This role is pivotal in the design, execution, and integration of technical solutions, ensuring alignment with client requirements, industry standards, and contractual obligations.

The ideal candidate will serve as the technical authority from pre-award through project completion or transition to operations, providing strategic direction and hands-on leadership across systems engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Assume full technical responsibility for projects from initiation through deployment or operational handoff.

+ Collaborate closely with Project Management and PMO teams to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies.

+ Systems Design & Integration: Define system-level architecture, requirements, KPIs, and acceptance criteria, oversee the design and integration of both internal and third-party systems, lead design reviews and ensure traceability from concept through deployment.

+ Lead the development of end-to-end technical solutions, encompassing both hardware and software components and support proposal efforts, including requirements analysis, feasibility assessments, and technical reviews

+ Provide expert guidance during system development, integration, and troubleshooting.

+ Develop, review, and approve detailed technical documentation, including design documents, installation guides, and customer-specific deliverables.

+ Direct and support system integration and testing efforts across FAT, SIT, SAT, and OAT phases.

+ Collaborate with Mobilization and O&M teams to ensure a smooth handover and support post-deployment issues as needed.

Your profile:

+ Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field with at least 3+ professional experience or 7+ years of equivalent hands-on experience in systems engineering.

+ Strong background in systems engineering, with proven experience in both hardware and software integration.

+ Demonstrated leadership in technical project management and cross-functional collaboration.

+ Proficiency in system architecture, WBS development, and engineering process design.

+ Expertise in requirements management, risk assessment, change control, and defect resolution.

+ Skilled in developing and delivering technical presentations and engaging with clients.

+ Proficient in system modeling tools, documentation platforms, and integration methodologies.

+ Detail-oriented and have the ability and desire to operate in ambiguity

What’s in it for you?

+ Solving complex problems that improve daily the lives of people around the world

+ Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies in a high-growth industry

+ Career growth and stability

+ Casual work environment with flexible work hours

+ Full benefits package including paid time off, 401(k) and a no-cost medical insurance option for employee and eligible dependents

At this time we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and all applicants must have working rights in the US and pass a background check

Kapsch TrafficCom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex. Kapsch TrafficCom is a drug-free workplace.