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Train & Rail 2025: challenges raised -> opportunities ahead

Three days of focused discussions, honest questions, and a shared drive to push rail forward.

Key takeaways for the Scandinavian market:

  • Modernisation remains a top priority – operators are looking for practical, tailored solutions to extend the life of existing vehicles.
  • There’s growing interest in upgrades and smarter maintenance, especially as fleets often include vehicles from different generations.
  • Integrating new technology into older systems is a challenge and a clear opportunity for innovation and efficiency gains.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, exchanged ideas with us, and contributed to the momentum.

Are you ready to turn conversations into action? Get in touch: https://prose.one/contact/

 

Head of Finance & Controlling (80–100%, m/f/d)

Shape the future of mobility with PROSE as

Head of Finance & Controlling (80–100%, m/f/d)

Your role

As Head of Finance & Controlling, you will take full responsibility for all financial matters across the PROSE Group, nationally and internationally, from our headquarters in Switzerland.
You will lead the entire finance and administration team, overseeing all central and country-specific financial activities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Actively contributing to all areas of financial management, particularly project controlling, monthly closings, and reporting for our business units and country organisations. With your hands-on approach, you will ensure you remain fully informed of and actively manage both operational and strategic topics.
  • Leading budgeting, forecasting, and closing processes, overseeing calculations and liquidity management, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements across all subsidiaries – supported by your international team.
  • Further developing our group-wide ERP system (MS Dynamics) and PowerBI into an effective tool for project management, efficient data collection, and automated monthly reporting.
  • Providing management tools and decision-making support for Group Management and the broader leadership team, and acting as a financial coach for our engineering project managers.
  • Leading and inspiring your team of seven direct reports, playing an active role in day-to-day operations, leading finance-related projects yourself, and impressing with your transparent, supportive leadership style, professional expertise, and personal presence.
Your profile
  • You have extensive experience in the service or project business, ideally in the engineering sector, and are familiar with the practical aspects of project POC-valuation.
  • Your natural interest in technical questions within the mobility environment helps you quickly grasp our business model and project dynamics.
  • You have strong hands-on experience with MS Dynamics, understand its data structures, and possess skills in configuring financial reports.. You are also proficient in Excel and PowerBI.
  • You are an experienced, result-oriented, and entrepreneurial personality, with a proven track record from medium-sized or larger internationally active companies.
  • You have demonstrated your leadership skills in the past, maintain uncomplicated and collegial relationships with employees, colleagues, and stakeholders, communicate at eye level, and are confident negotiating in both German and English.
  • You possess strong analytical and conceptual skills, with a quick grasp of complex interrelationships and their implications.
What we offer
  • A meaningful and impactful role in a future-oriented industry with passionate customers.
  • A lean, agile structure within an internationally active Swiss SME.
  • A challenging and varied role with real scope to shape and implement your ideas, working closely with the CEO and Board of Directors.
  • A modern, flexible working environment with a respectful, collegial atmosphere.
  • Flexible working conditions, with part-time employment (80%) possible if desired.
  • The opportunity for company participation, sharing in our growth and success.
About PROSE

At PROSE, we combine expertise, innovation, and independence to deliver world-class solutions within the field of railway technology. As a trusted partner in rolling stock engineering and railway consulting, we help manufacturers, operators, and authorities tackle their challenges—wherever they are in the world.

We are a majority employee-owned company, which means we remain fully independent in our work, allowing us to focus entirely on creating value for our clients. With a team of over 150 dedicated professionals and a presence in Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Italy, France, and Austria, we’re committed to shaping tomorrow’s mobility.

Established in 1982 and with 5’000+ successful projects, we have earned our place as a trusted partner in delivering cutting-edge mobility solutions worldwide.

Interested?

Please send your full application, including certificates and diplomas, by 30 June 2025. 

Please note that for this position, we are primarily considering direct applications.
We look forward to hearing from you!

What’s the best long-term solution for construction service vehicles in underground networks?

That is the question PROSE set out to answer in our latest project for the Berlin underground – and yesterday at the Modern Rolling Stock conference in Graz, PROSE-employee Bernhard Kurzeck presented our findings.

If you missed the speech, here’s a short recap for you:

  • We support our customers in developing long-term strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through concepts for optimised hybrid drives
  • To enable this, we analyse operations under various boundary conditions in detail
  • The solution focuses on proven components and established technologies, ensuring reliable performance over many years of operation

A big thank-you to Bernhard Kurzeck for sharing your deep knowledge and interesting findings. We look forward to continuing the journey – helping operators and infrastructure owners shape more sustainable, reliable, and safe railway systems.

Reach out to one of our experts to find out how we can support your next project.

Consultant Instandhaltung / Produktionskonzepte 60-100%

PROSE ist eines der führenden Unternehmen in Europa im Bereich des Mobility Engineering. Wir sind ein internationales Team, das Projekte “von A bis Z” in den Bereichen des Schienenfahrzeug-Retrofits, der Entwicklung von Neufahrzeugen, Teilsystemen und Komponenten sowie der technischen Beratung umsetzt.

Unser Ziel ist es, die Mobilität von Morgen zu gestalten. Hierfür suchen wir eine(n) Consultant Instandhaltung / Produktionskonzepte (60-100%), um uns am Standort Bern oder Winterthur beim Erreichen dieses Ziels zu unterstützen. Kreativ, motiviert und einfallsreich – wir suchen eine selbstorganisierte und kommunikative Persönlichkeit, die unser Team ergänzt.

Als Consultant verantworten Sie Beratungsmandate im Mobilitätsbereich, gegenüber unseren Kunden. Das beinhaltet die Unterstützung während der Akquisitionsphase, die technische, inhaltliche, wie auch betriebswirtschaftliche Führung der Beratungsthemen rund um Produktionskonzepte für den Betrieb und die Instandhaltung von Eisenbahn Rollmaterial. Wir fokussieren primär auf die Teilphasen: Bedürfnisformulierung, Lösungsstrategien, Definition des Bauvorhabens, Machbarkeitsstudien und Auswahlverfahren. Je nach Erfahrung und persönlicher Neigung führen Sie diese Mandate in kleinen, hoch effizienten Teams.

Wir erwarten von Ihnen:
  • Da unsere Passion Shaping tomorrow’s mobility ist, vertrauen wir darauf, dass dies auch Ihre Passion ist. Um den Kundenbedarf nach innovativen Lösungen zu erfüllen, müssen auch Sie einfallsreich sein.
  • Als Consultant in unserem Team sind Sie professionell, kommunikativ und selbstorganisiert. Unsere Mitarbeitenden sind selbstgetrieben, hochmotiviert und grossartige Teamkollegen.
  • Sie verfügen über Erfahrungen in der Rollmaterial Instandhaltung und möchten diese gern thematisch erweitern.
  • Exzellente Kenntnisse in Deutsch (Muttersprache) und fliessend in Englisch. Bestenfalls auch in Französisch und jede zusätzliche Fremdsprache ist von Vorteil.
Was Sie von uns erwarten können:
  • Ausgeprägte Entrepreneur Kultur: In der Branche einmalige Gestaltungsfreiheit und Entscheidungskompetenz.
  • Flexibler Arbeitsort / Work anywhere: wir offerieren moderne Arbeitsplätze im Herzen der Städte Bern oder Winterthur, in Kombination mit Homeoffice und Arbeit beim Kunden vor Ort.
  • Ein engagiertes und internationales Team von Bahnexperten.

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Über PROSE

Bei PROSE kombinieren wir Fachwissen, Innovation und Unabhängigkeit, um erstklassige Lösungen im Bereich der Bahntechnik zu liefern. Als vertrauenswürdiger Partner im Bereich Schienenfahrzeugtechnik und Eisenbahnberatung unterstützen wir Hersteller, Betreiber und Behörden bei der Bewältigung ihrer Herausforderungen – überall auf der Welt.

Mit einem Team von über 150 engagierten Fachleuten und einer Präsenz in der Schweiz, Deutschland, Schweden, Italien, Frankreich und Österreich sind wir bestrebt, die Mobilität von morgen zu gestalten.

Seit unserer Gründung im Jahr 1982 haben wir uns mit über 5’000 erfolgreichen Projekten einen Namen als zuverlässiger Partner für die Bereitstellung innovativer Mobilitätslösungen weltweit gemacht.

Re-opening, reconnecting, and driving innovation forward

Last week, we hosted a re-opening and networking event at our new Berlin office address . An opportunity to meet, exchange ideas, and build on our connections – and enjoying some tasty food along the way. 

Events like these are a reminder of why staying close to our customers and building strong networks matter. Together, we’re shaping the future of railway technology and driving innovation forward.  

One highlight of the evening was the PROSE quiz, which sparked friendly competition and plenty of laughs. Congratulations to the winner from Siemens Mobility GmbH – we hope the 3D puzzle train brings some extra joy!  Thank you to everyone who joined us – we are excited for the road ahead and the opportunities to collaborate even further!  

You are always welcome to stop by: 

Landsberger Allee 131a in Berlin 

 

From theory to real-world rail solutions: PROSE takes over teaching at TU Berlin

PROSE experts will teach the “Dynamics of Rail Vehicles—Theory” lecture at the Technische Universität Berlin (Technical University of Berlin) from summer semester 2025. The lecture teaches the theoretical principles of vehicle dynamics of rail vehicles and their calculation by computer simulation. The focus is on wheel/rail contact, vibration behaviour during running and the special features of curving.

Why is this important?

Understanding rail vehicle dynamics is key to making trains safer, more stable, and more comfortable. By combining theory with our real-world experience, we can give students practical insights into the challenges they will face as future engineers. And teaching isn’t a one-way street – we also learn a lot from the questions and fresh ideas that students bring.

We are excited to share our knowledge and help train the next generation of railway engineers!

Our team – Prof. Dr.-Ing. Bernhard Kurzeck (already an honorary professor at TU Berlin), Dr.-Ing. Johannes Keudel, and Dr.-Ing. André Theiler – will take over from Prof. Dr.-Ing. Oldrich Polach, who taught the lecture for many years and is now passing it on to the next generation of experts.

We are always looking for brilliant people, have a look at our open positions.

 

PROSE-Sweden wins three key areas in Trafikverket’s framework agreement

Earning Trafikverket’s trust in all three areas we applied for highlights our role as a key partner in the railway sector.
For Trafikverket, this means access to our expertise in:

  • Technical consulting for rail vehicles
  • Fleet management support
  • Documentation management systems

We continue shaping tomorrow’s mobility by ensuring efficient, reliable, and well-managed rail vehicles.
We are looking forward to contributing to Sweden’s railway infrastructure with our knowledge and hands-on experience!

Reach out to our team in Sweden to find out how we can support your projects: https://prose.one/contact/#sweden

 

Austria is a global leader in railway technology

Did you know? 7.9% of the world’s railway industry trade is “made in Austria”, and the country ranks 4th worldwide in rail vehicle exports! (ref: https://vcoe.at/grafiken)

At PROSE, we’re proud to be part of this success story. With decades of experience in Austria, we have contributed to projects ranging from vehicle development to authorisation and system integration. Our expertise helps shape tomorrow’s mobility—making trains more efficient, safe and sustainable.

Meet the experts! We will be at the Modern Rolling Stock conference in Graz, ready to share insights and discuss what’s next for the industry.

  • How can we ensure the security of digital systems in today’s rail networks?
  • What steps are needed to streamline vehicle authorisation processes across borders?
  • How will cybersecurity evolve to keep pace with the increasing complexity of rail systems?

Join us for a conversation!

13th–15th April 2025 at Messe Graz.
https://www.schienenfahrzeugtagung.at/en/home-5/

 

How secure is your railway system against cyber threats?

With increasing digitalisation, cybersecurity in rail is no longer optional — it is a must. Protecting rolling stock, control- and communication systems from cyber risks is a growing challenge.

Join us at the 11th Rail Cybersecurity Summit in London on 11-12 March, where industry leaders will tackle the latest challenges in securing railway technology. Claudius Multmeier from PROSE will be there to exchange insights and solutions on how PROSE can support you in:

  • Cybersecurity workshops for rolling stock operators and manufacturers
  • Implementation of TS 50701 for manufacturers
  • Compliance with IEC 62443 / TS 50701
  • Independent reviews of cybersecurity concepts and architectures
  • Security requirements for train procurement and retrofits

Event Date: 11-12 March 2025

Venue: London

https://cybersenate.com/rail-cyber-security/

Are you attending? Let’s connect and strengthen rail cybersecurity together! Reach out to Claudius Multmeier to connect.

Join us at Light Rail Day 2025 in Copenhagen!

This year’s event spotlights automated tram depots and automatic tram driving, two key topics shaping the future of light rail. With a strong lineup of industry experts, the event will explore the latest advancements in automation, from shunting and assisted driving to full depot digitalisation.

At PROSE, we are ready to exchange insights and identify new opportunities in the Nordic light rail community. Let’s connect and jointly develop automation solutions that transform the light rail:

  • Smarter, more efficient depot operations
  • The path towards automated tram driving
  • Innovative solutions for future-ready urban mobility

Our team will be on-site to discuss the latest trends and opportunities. Reach out to meet up! Christoph Gyr

Event Date: 24th-25th February 2025
Venue: CfL, Folke Bernadottes Allé 45, 2100 Copenhagen
Web: https://www.lightrailday.com/

Why is vehicle authorisation for new vehicles and after modifications one of the biggest challenges in the railway industry?

Because complex regulation and stakeholders not yet used on how to handle the approval processes in line with current regulation generates risk of delays and unplanned costs. A recent regulatory update in Germany could make a difference. More on this- in German – below! ⬇️

Die Zulassung von neuen Fahrzeugen und von Rollmaterial nach Modifikationen birgt heute das grösste Risiko für Verzögerungen und Mehrkosten. Mit dem Ende Januar vereinbarten MoU betreffend des Umgangs mit notifizierten nationalen technischen Vorschriften (NNTV) in Deutschland (https://www.eba.bund.de/DE/Themen/Fahrzeugzulassung/Genehmigung_von_Fahrzeugen/NNTV_NNTR/nntv_nntr_node.html#doc1985124bodyText2) kann, bei geschickter Anwendung, die Planungssicherheit erhöht werden und die Zulassung zielgerichteter umgesetzt werden. Generell ist es heute entscheidend, die Zulassung parallel mit der Entwicklung eines Fahrzeugs oder einer Änderung am Fahrzeug vorzubereiten, um Zeitverzug durch Iterationen oder spätes Klären von Unklarheiten zu vermeiden. PROSE kennt Anforderungen, Prozesse und involvierte Parteien im Zulassungsprozess gut und unterstützt Sie gerne bei der Vorbereitung und Umsetzung von Zulassungsprozessen für Ihre Fahrzeuge und Änderungen an Fahrzeugen.

Kontaktieren Sie uns noch heute, um mehr zu erfahren

 

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