Careers

Join the journey and shape the future of rail

Bring your passion, ingenuity, and creativity to lead the next-generation of urban rail solutions.

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Two tram tracks cross in the city centre of Bern, the capital of Switzerland

Be part of a team driven by impact

At Traila, we are researching next-generation active vehicles to set new standards for quieter, more efficient and sustainable urban transportation. We are committed to developing unique solutions that do more than just move people. We want to improve the quality of life in cities while reducing costs for operators and helping to meet global climate change targets.

We are a dynamic, international team of passionate professionals who excel in their respective fields. At our core, we are a people-centric, vision-driven, and agile organisation, placing individuals at the forefront. We believe that every challenge is an opportunity to create something extraordinary.

Our values

At Traila, we foster a rich exchange of perspectives and encourage thinking outside the box. We believe that a healthy culture is the foundation of a successful organisation. Therefore, we invest at every level to foster a healthy team, effective communication, and a high level of transparency to create an inclusive and vibrant environment where every team member feels an integral part of Traila's success.

Creativity

Collaboration

Passion

Our perks

Aerial view of Zurich's old town and the Limmat river.

Healthy Work-Life-Balance in Zurich, Switzerland

Enjoy working and living in Zurich, celebrated as a city with one of the highest quality of life in the world. We support your well-being with a flexible hybrid work policy that allows for both home and office presence. Benefit from at least 25 days of vacation and generous parental leave for all parents.

Traila engineers reviewing a rail-vehicle simulation in the office.

Training

We champion a culture of continuous learning. You will have access to both professional and personal development opportunities, backed by an annual budget dedicated to your learning journey.

Machine-shop work in Traila's in-house lab.

In-house Lab

In our modern offices you will have access to an in-house rail-grade machine shop and a testing laboratory to help you turn ideas into reality.

Traila team members celebrating at an outdoor charity fun run, wearing red team T-shirts.

Little Extras

We believe in making every day special. From fresh fruit and chocolate baskets to fun activities such as yoga, running groups and social events, we strive to create a positive environment where creativity thrives.

Open positions

Integration Systems Engineer

Design, configure and test the onboard monitoring and control systems before they reach the field, working closely with our engineering team.

Support the software and hardware integration path from bench testing through pilot to fleet rollout, and keep the system documentation current.

Technician

Maintain and troubleshoot onboard hardware in the depot and in the field, and support commissioning on new installations.

Work with the engineering team to log and resolve issues found during pilot and fleet operation.

Join the team

Let's craft the future of rail transport together.