Railway System Engineer

Posting Date: 23 Apr 2026

City: Abu Dhabi

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE

Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Division: Electronics and System Engineering

Level of experience: Intermediate

RINA is currently recruiting for a Railway System Engineer to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the Electronics and System Engineering Division.

Mission

The Railway System Engineer is responsible for designing, integrating, and optimizing railway systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role involves system-level thinking, covering rolling stock, signaling, infrastructure, power supply, and communication systems.

The Railway System Engineer will join the RINA team in order to be part of national and international railway projects. His scope covers the entire lifecycle of railway projects, from concept to operation and maintenance. The successful candidate will have previous experience in requirements, interface and configuration management.

Key Accountabilities

System Design & Architecture

Define and manage system-level requirements and system architecture for railway projects.
Analyze interfaces and interactions between subsystems (rolling stock, signaling, track, electrification, telecom).
Support technology selection and configuration for new or upgraded rail projects.
Ensure compliance with international standards and client technical specifications.

System Integration

Guarantee system interoperability across different technologies and operators.
Manage integration of signaling, rolling stock, and infrastructure subsystems.
Validate compatibility with national and international systems (e.g. ERTMS, CBTC, PTC).
Coordinate system interface control and manage integration risks.

Performance Optimization

Evaluate and optimize railway system performance in terms of capacity, reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
Contribute to operational simulations and capacity studies.
Identify opportunities for system improvements and lifecycle cost reduction.

Verification & Validation (V&V)

Define and monitor execution of Verification & Validation activities according to applicable standards (EN 50126/8/9).
Ensure conformity to system performance and safety requirements.
Support testing, commissioning, and acceptance processes.
Participate in design reviews, audits, and safety assessments.

Lifecycle Management

Support the development of upgrade, renewal, and modernization programs.
Manage configuration control and ensure system traceability.
Provide technical support during operation and maintenance phases.
Contribute to asset management strategies to maximize system availability and lifecycle value.

Digitalization & Smart Rail Technologies

Promote the adoption of digital solutions (IoT, AI, Big Data) for predictive maintenance and performance monitoring.
Contribute to the implementation of Digital Twin and Remote Monitoring technologies.
Support system-level integration of Smart Signaling and automation tools.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in system engineering for railway domain projects

Rolling Stock: Locomotives, EMUs, DMUs, High-Speed Trains
Signaling Systems: ETCS/ERTMS, CBTC, PTC, Interlocking
Electrification: 25 kV AC, 3 kV DC, 750 V DC traction systems
Infrastructure: Conventional, High-Speed, Metro, or Light Rail systems
Deep understanding of Systems Engineering principles (V-Model, Requirements, and Interface Management).
Familiarity with CENELEC Standards: EN 50126 (RAMS), EN 50128 (Software), EN 50129 (Safety).
Knowledge of relevant international standards and regulations (IEC 62290, UIC, AAR, FRA).
Requirements & Configuration Management tools (DOORS, Enterprise Architect, ComplyPro)
Safety & Reliability Analysis (FMECA, FTA, ReliaSoft)
Simulation & Design (MATLAB, Simulink, CATIA)
Understanding of project delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, V-cycle).
Experience in large-scale or multi-stakeholder railway system projects.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Competencies

WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.

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