railway systems engineer

Projecttech

<div><div><div><div><p><b>Location :</b> Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
<br>
<b>Industry:</b> Railway / Transportation Infrastructure</p>
<p><b>Availability:</b> Immediate</p>
<p><b>Role Context</b></p>
<p>The Railway Engineer will be involved in the design, analysis, and optimization of railway systems within large-scale rail infrastructure. The role sits at the intersection of engineering studies, operational performance, and safety, supporting the development and operation of modern railway networks.</p>
<p>This position requires strong technical expertise, particularly in railway simulation and capacity analysis, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary and international environment.</p>
<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p>
<p><b>Railway Engineering &amp; Analysis</b></p>
<ul><li>Perform railway system studies including capacity analysis, timetabling, and operational simulations</li>
<li>Analyse rail network performance using specialized simulation tools</li>
<li>Support the design and optimization of rail infrastructure and operations</li>
<li>Contribute to feasibility studies, technical assessments, and engineering reports</li>
</ul><p><b>Software &amp; Technical Modelling</b></p>
<ul><li>Use RailSys to model railway operations, traffic flows, and signalling scenarios</li>
<li>Interpret simulation results and translate them into actionable engineering recommendations</li>
<li>Support decision-making through data-driven analysis and structured documentation</li>
</ul><p><b>Project &amp; Stakeholder Support</b></p>
<ul><li>Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and project stakeholders</li>
<li>Support coordination with international partners and contractors</li>
<li>Participate in technical meetings and contribute to progress reporting</li>
</ul><p><b>Candidate Profile</b></p>
<p><b>Education &amp; Experience</b></p>
<ul><li>Engineering degree in Railway Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field</li>
<li>Experience in the railway sector is required</li>
<li>Prior involvement in rail infrastructure or operations projects is an advantage</li>
</ul><p><b>Technical Skills</b></p>
<ul><li>Strong knowledge of railway systems and operations</li>
<li>Experience with railway simulation and modelling</li>
<li>Ability to analyse complex systems and propose practical solutions</li>
</ul><p><b>Software Skills</b></p>
<ul><li><b>RailSys</b> (mandatory)</li>
<li>Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)</li>
<li>Knowledge of additional railway tools is a plus</li>
</ul><p><b>Languages</b></p>
<ul><li>English: professional working proficiency required</li>
<li>Arabic: strong advantage</li>
</ul><p><b>Personal Skills</b></p>
<ul><li>Structured and analytical mindset</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and within project teams</li>
<li>Good communication skills in a multicultural environment</li>
<li>Attention to detail and commitment to quality</li>
<li>Proactive and solution-oriented attitude</li>
</ul></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Category: </b>Railway Transportation Infrastructure
</div><div><b>Job Type: </b>Engineering
</div><div><b>Job Location: </b>Riyadh Saudi Arabia</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Railway Engineer (J26-061)

RINA

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Date: </b>23 Apr 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>City: </b>Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract Type: </b>Fixed-Term
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>Electronics and System Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Level of experience: </b>Intermediate
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>RINA is currently recruiting for a <b>Rams Engineer (Safety Lead)</b> to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the <b>Electronics and System Engineering</b> Division.
</div><div><div><div><div><b>Mission</b></div>
</div><div><div>
The Railway Safety Lead Engineer will join the Railway Systems Engineering discipline of RINA Consulting as RAMS Engineer.</div>
<div>
The Railway Safety Lead Engineer is responsible for managing and assuring safety throughout the lifecycle of a design and build railway project. This role ensures that safety is embedded in engineering design, construction, testing, and commissioning, and that all activities comply with statutory regulations, contractual requirements, and international standards. The position provides technical leadership in system safety, hazard management, and safety assurance to deliver a safe and compliant railway system.</div>
<div>
The Safety Lead will join the System Assurance Team and collaborate with the System Assurance Manager in the frame of the assigned railway system design and build project.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Accountabilities</b></div>
</div><div><div><b>
Safety by Design &amp; Engineering Assurance</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Lead the integration of safety requirements into railway system design (track, civil works, signaling, telecoms, power, rolling stock, depots).</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with international railway safety standards (EN 50126/8/9, IEC 61508, CSM-RA, ISO 45001).</li>
<li>Review and approve design deliverables, method statements, and engineering solutions from a safety perspective.</li>
<li>Champion &ldquo;Safety by Design&rdquo; principles to eliminate or reduce hazards during construction and operation.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>System Safety Management</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Develop, maintain, and manage the project&rsquo;s Safety Management Plan and Safety Case.</li>
<li>Perform hazard identification, hazard analysis, and risk assessments (HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA, FTA).</li>
<li>Maintain hazard logs and risk registers, ensuring risks are mitigated to acceptable levels (ALARP).</li>
<li>Lead system safety integration across disciplines to ensure seamless, safe operation.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Construction, Testing &amp; Commissioning Safety</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Ensure safety assurance during construction activities, including temporary works and staging of railway possessions.</li>
<li>Support safe integration of assets during testing, commissioning, and handover to operations.</li>
<li>Conduct safety audits, inspections, and readiness reviews before critical project milestones.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Regulatory &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Act as the primary interface with safety regulators, independent safety assessors (ISA), and railway authorities.</li>
<li>Ensure all approvals and safety certifications are obtained for system commissioning.</li>
<li>Provide technical reports and evidence to demonstrate compliance with statutory and contractual safety obligations.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Incident Prevention &amp; Continuous Improvement</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Lead root cause analyses for safety-related design or construction incidents.</li>
<li>Develop lessons learned and embed best practices into project delivery.</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement in safety performance across project teams and contractors.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Leadership &amp; Training</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Provide technical leadership to engineering teams on system safety and assurance.</li>
<li>Mentor junior engineers and promote a proactive safety culture.</li>
<li>Deliver safety awareness briefings and training for design and site teams.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Education</b></div>
</div><div><div>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Electronic/TLC Engineering or Mechanical Engineering</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>At least 5 years&rsquo; experience in railway system design, construction, or assurance, with strong safety engineering background.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in system safety standards (EN 50126/8/9, IEC 61508, CSM-RA).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proven track record in developing Safety Cases, hazard logs, and assurance documentation on major rail projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience in design &amp; build contracts, ideally in complex, multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong technical knowledge of railway systems and interfaces.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent understanding of system safety, RAMS, and assurance methodologies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Skilled in risk assessment, hazard analysis, and problem-solving.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Effective communicator with the ability to influence across engineering, contractors, and regulatory bodies</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Competencies</b></div>
</div><ul><li>WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
</li><li>PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
</li><li>INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
</li><li>DOMAIN &amp; BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
</li><li>FORESIGHT &amp; INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure &amp; mobility, industry, research &amp; development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><i>
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.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Rams Engineer (Safety Lead)

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Date: </b>23 Apr 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>City: </b>Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract Type: </b>Fixed-Term
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>Electronics and System Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Level of experience: </b>Senior
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>RINA is currently recruiting for a <b>Senior System Engineer (Railway System Interface Manager)</b> to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the <b>Electronics and System Engineering</b> Division.
</div><div><div><div><div><b>Mission</b></div>
</div><div><div>
The Railway Senior 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.</div>
<div>
The successful candidate will join the RINA System Engineering team and will act as Railway Interface Manager for the project of appointment, collaborating with the Railway Integration Manager, and with other System Engineering and System Assurance Experts and Managers, by ensuring the development and validation of all interfaces with the successful integration of the systems involved in the design and construction of the whole railway system.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Accountabilities</b></div>
</div><div><div>
A. System Interface Management</div>
<ul><li>Managing railway system scenarios, requirements, system architecture, related with the interaction between subsystems (rolling stock, signaling, tracks, power supply).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Selecting appropriate technologies and configurations for new rail projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the interface development by the subsystems and coordinating the process of verification and validation of all interfaces during the life cycle of the project up to interface final successful closure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the correct interface of the system with all the external stakeholders, ensuring the correct finalization of all the applicable authorization processes.</li></ul>
<div>
B. System Integration</div>
<ul><li>Ensuring interoperability between different railway subsystems, interfaces between rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Validating system compatibility across national and international requirements and standards (e.g., EN, NFPA, ...).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensuring the subsystem are correctly integrated to allow the validation of performance and functionalities for all foreseen scenarios for the railway system.</li></ul>
<div>
C. Verification &amp; Validation</div>
<ul><li>Allowing integration testing validation by ensuring railway systems adhere to the performance and characteristics required by the project requirements, standards, laws, &hellip;</li></ul>
<ul><li>Defining and monitoring the execution of the V&amp;V plan for what concern the interfaces</li></ul>
<div>
D. Lifecycle Management</div>
<ul><li>Managing railway system upgrades and modernization projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supporting asset management and maintenance planning to maximize system longevity.</li></ul>
<div>
E. Digitalization &amp; Smart Rail Technologies</div>
<ul><li>Implementing IoT, AI, and Big Data solutions for predictive maintenance and automation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Working with Digital Twin, Remote Monitoring, and Smart Signaling technologies.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Education</b></div>
</div><div><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electronic/TLC Engineering</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul>
<li><ul><li>Minimum of 15 years of experience in system engineering for railway systems, with strong proficiency in interface management</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience in focusing on sustainability in Railway systems and infrastructure design, construction, and operation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Rolling Stock (Locomotives, EMUs, DMUs, High-Speed Trains)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Signaling Systems (ETCS, CBTC, PTC, Interlocking)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrification (25kV AC, 750V DC, 3kV DC systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Track Infrastructure (Standard gauge, High-Speed Rail, Light Rail, Metro)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Interface management between hardware, software, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing mixed traffic operations (High-speed, freight, commuter trains).</li></ul>
<ul><li>CENELEC Standards: EN 50126 (RAMS), EN 50128 (Software), EN 50129 (Safety)</li></ul>
<ul><li>ETCS/ERTMS (European Train Control System)</li></ul>
<ul><li>IEC 62290 (Urban Rail Control Systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>UIC, AAR, and FRA Regulations (for different railway regions)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Systems Engineering: DOORS, Enterprise Architect</li></ul>
<ul><li>Failure &amp; Safety Analysis: ReliaSoft, FMECA, FTA Tools</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrical &amp; Mechanical Design: MATLAB, Simulink, CATIA</li></ul>
<div>
Project Management &amp; Lifecycle Management:</div>
<ul><li>Working with V-Model, Agile, or Waterfall methodologies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing large-scale railway system deployment projects.</li></ul>
</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Competencies</b></div>
</div><ul><li>WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
</li><li>FORESIGHT &amp; INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
</li><li>PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
</li><li>INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
</li><li>DOMAIN &amp; BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure &amp; mobility, industry, research &amp; development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><i>
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.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior System Engineer (Railway System Interface Manager)

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Date: </b>23 Apr 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>City: </b>Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract Type: </b>Fixed-Term
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>Electronics and System Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Level of experience: </b>Senior
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>RINA is currently recruiting for a <b>Senior System Engineer (Railway System Integration Manager)</b> to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the <b>Electronics and System Engineering</b> Division.
</div><div><div><div><div><b>Mission</b></div>
</div><div><div>
The Railway Senior 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.</div>
<div>
The successful candidate will join the RINA team and will act as Railway Integration Manager for the project of appointment, leading the System Engineering team and collaborating with other System Engineering and System Assurance Experts and Managers, by ensuring the full successful integration of the systems involved in the development and construction of the whole railway system.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Accountabilities</b></div>
</div><div><div>
A. System Design &amp; Architecture</div>
<ul><li>Defining and managing railway system scenarios, requirements, system architecture, interaction between subsystems (rolling stock, signaling, tracks, power supply).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Selecting appropriate technologies and configurations for new rail projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the interface development by the subsystems and coordinating the process of verification and validation of all interfaces during the life cycle of the project up to interface final successful closure.</li></ul>
<div>
B. System Integration</div>
<ul><li>Ensuring interoperability between different railway subsystems, interfaces between rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Validating system compatibility across national and international requirements and standards (e.g., EN, NFPA, ...).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensuring performance and functionalities for all foreseen scenarios for the railway system.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the correct integration of the system with all the external stakeholders, ensuring the correct finalization of interfaces and of all the applicable authorization processes.</li></ul>
<div>
C. Performance Optimization</div>
<ul><li>Enhancing railway system efficiency in terms of capacity, energy consumption, and operational reliability.</li></ul>
<div>
D. Verification &amp; Validation</div>
<ul><li>Ensuring railway systems adhere to the performance and characteristics required by the project requirements, standards, laws, &hellip;</li></ul>
<ul><li>Defining and monitoring the execution of the V&amp;V plan</li></ul>
<div>
E. Lifecycle Management</div>
<ul><li>Managing railway system upgrades and modernization projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supporting asset management and maintenance planning to maximize system longevity.</li></ul>
<div>
F. Digitalization &amp; Smart Rail Technologies</div>
<ul><li>Implementing IoT, AI, and Big Data solutions for predictive maintenance and automation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Working with Digital Twin, Remote Monitoring, and Smart Signaling technologies.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Education</b></div>
</div><div><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electronic/TLC Engineering</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul>
<li><ul><li>Minimum of 15 years of experience in integration/system engineering for railway systems</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience in focusing on sustainability in tailway systems and infrastructure design, construction, and operation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Rolling Stock (Locomotives, EMUs, DMUs, High-Speed Trains)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Signaling Systems (ETCS, CBTC, PTC, Interlocking)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrification (25kV AC, 750V DC, 3kV DC systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Track Infrastructure (Standard gauge, High-Speed Rail, Light Rail, Metro)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Interface management between hardware, software, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing mixed traffic operations (High-speed, freight, commuter trains).</li></ul>
<ul><li>CENELEC Standards: EN 50126 (RAMS), EN 50128 (Software), EN 50129 (Safety)</li></ul>
<ul><li>ETCS/ERTMS (European Train Control System)</li></ul>
<ul><li>IEC 62290 (Urban Rail Control Systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>UIC, AAR, and FRA Regulations (for different railway regions)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Systems Engineering: DOORS, Enterprise Architect</li></ul>
<ul><li>Failure &amp; Safety Analysis: ReliaSoft, FMECA, FTA Tools</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrical &amp; Mechanical Design: MATLAB, Simulink, CATIA</li></ul>
<div>
Project Management &amp; Lifecycle Management:</div>
<ul><li>Working with V-Model, Agile, or Waterfall methodologies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing large-scale railway system deployment projects.</li></ul>
</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Competencies</b></div>
</div><ul><li>WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
</li><li>FORESIGHT &amp; INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
</li><li>PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
</li><li>INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
</li><li>DOMAIN &amp; BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure &amp; mobility, industry, research &amp; development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><i>
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.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior System Engineer (Railway System Integration Manager)

Confidential Careers

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Title: Senior Power Engineer &ndash; Railway Project
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We are currently seeking a highly experienced
  <strong>
   Senior Power Engineer
  </strong>
  to join our team for a prestigious
  <strong>
   Railway Infrastructure Project
  </strong>
  . The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in railway power systems design, implementation, and coordination across large-scale transportation projects.
 </p>
 <p>
  Key Responsibilities:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead the design and review of
   <strong>
    railway power supply systems
   </strong>
   , including traction power, auxiliary power, LV/MV distribution, and substations
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare and review technical drawings, load calculations, single-line diagrams, and design reports
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, MEP, signaling, and track engineers
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure compliance with railway standards, local authority regulations, and international codes
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage design consultants, subcontractors, and technical submissions
  </li>
  <li>
   Support project execution, testing, commissioning, and handover activities
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct technical risk assessments and value engineering studies
  </li>
  <li>
   Attend client and consultant meetings for technical discussions and approvals
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Requirements:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
   <strong>
    Electrical / Power Engineering
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   Minimum
   <strong>
    8-10 years of experience
   </strong>
   in power engineering, with significant experience in
   <strong>
    railway / metro / rail infrastructure projects
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong knowledge of
   <strong>
    traction power systems, substations, UPS, backup power, SCADA integration
   </strong>
   , and related railway electrical systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with international railway standards and authority approvals
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in engineering software and design tools
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent coordination and leadership skills
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Preferred:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Experience in
   <strong>
    metro, tram, high-speed rail, or freight rail projects
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   GCC / Middle East project experience is an advantage
  </li>
  <li>
   Immediate joiners preferred
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Senior Power Engineer

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Date: </b>24 Apr 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>City: </b>Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract Type: </b>Fixed-Term
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>Electronics and System Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Level of experience: </b>Senior
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>RINA is currently recruiting for a <b>Senior System Engineer (Railway Requirements &amp; Configuration Manager)</b> to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the <b>Electronics and System Engineering</b> Division.
</div><div><div><div><div><b>Mission</b></div>
</div><div><div>
The Railway Senior 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.</div>
<div>
The successful candidate will join the RINA System Engineering team and will act as Railway Requirements &amp; Configuration Manager for the project of appointment, collaborating with the Railway Integration Manager, and with other System Engineering and System Assurance Experts and Managers, by ensuring the application and validation of all applicable requirements, the development of effective configuration, with the successful integration of the systems involved in the design and construction of the whole railway system.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Accountabilities</b></div>
</div><div><div>
A. System Requirements &amp; Configuration Management</div>
<ul><li>Managing railway system scenarios, system architecture, interfaces and other disciplines related to the system and subsystems (rolling stock, signaling, tracks, power supply) with the aim to get the traceability of the full set of applicable requirements up to final compliancy validation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinating and ensuring the selection of appropriate technologies and the development of effective configurations for new rail projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the issues related to requirements and configurations due to the external stakeholders, ensuring the correct finalization of all the applicable authorization processes.</li></ul>
<div>
B. System Integration</div>
<ul><li>Ensuring interoperability between different railway subsystems, interfaces between rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Validating system compatibility across national and international requirements and standards (e.g., EN, NFPA, ...).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensuring the subsystem are correctly integrated to allow the validation of performance and functionalities for all foreseen scenarios for the railway system.</li></ul>
<div>
C. Verification &amp; Validation</div>
<ul><li>Allowing integration testing validation by ensuring railway systems adhere to the performance and characteristics required by the project requirements, standards, laws, &hellip;</li></ul>
<ul><li>Defining and monitoring the execution of the V&amp;V plan for requirements compliancy demonstration</li></ul>
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D. Lifecycle Management</div>
<ul><li>Managing railway system upgrades and modernization projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supporting asset management and maintenance planning to maximize system longevity.</li></ul>
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E. Digitalization &amp; Smart Rail Technologies</div>
<ul><li>Implementing IoT, AI, and Big Data solutions for predictive maintenance and automation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Working with Digital Twin, Remote Monitoring, and Smart Signaling technologies.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Education</b></div>
</div><div><div>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Electronic/TLC Engineering or Mechanical Engineering</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Minimum of 15 years of experience in system engineering for railway systems, with strong proficiency in requirements management</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience in focusing on sustainability in Railway systems and infrastructure design, construction, and operation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Rolling Stock (Locomotives, EMUs, DMUs, High-Speed Trains)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Signaling Systems (ETCS, CBTC, PTC, Interlocking)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrification (25kV AC, 750V DC, 3kV DC systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Track Infrastructure (Standard gauge, High-Speed Rail, Light Rail, Metro)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Interface management between hardware, software, and infrastructure.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing mixed traffic operations (High-speed, freight, commuter trains).</li></ul>
<ul><li>CENELEC Standards: EN 50126 (RAMS), EN 50128 (Software), EN 50129 (Safety)</li></ul>
<ul><li>ETCS/ERTMS (European Train Control System)</li></ul>
<ul><li>IEC 62290 (Urban Rail Control Systems)</li></ul>
<ul><li>UIC, AAR, and FRA Regulations (for different railway regions)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Systems Engineering: DOORS, Enterprise Architect, ComplyPro</li></ul>
<ul><li>Failure &amp; Safety Analysis: ReliaSoft, FMECA, FTA Tools</li></ul>
<ul><li>Electrical &amp; Mechanical Design: MATLAB, Simulink, CATIA</li></ul>
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Project Management &amp; Lifecycle Management:</div>
<ul><li>Working with V-Model, Agile, or Waterfall methodologies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managing large-scale railway system deployment projects.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Competencies</b></div>
</div><ul><li>WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
</li><li>FORESIGHT &amp; INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
</li><li>PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
</li><li>INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
</li><li>DOMAIN &amp; BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.</li></ul></div></div><br>
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RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure &amp; mobility, industry, research &amp; development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.</div><br>
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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.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior System Engineer (Railway Requirements & Configuration Manager)

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Date: </b>23 Apr 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>City: </b>Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Contract Type: </b>Fixed-Term
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>Electronics and System Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Level of experience: </b>Intermediate
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>RINA is currently recruiting for a <b>Railway System Engineer</b> to join its office in <b>Abu Dhabi</b><b> </b>within the <b>Electronics and System Engineering</b> Division.
</div><div><div><div><div><b>Mission</b></div>
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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.</div>
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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.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Accountabilities</b></div>
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System Design &amp; Architecture</b><br>
<ul><li>Define and manage system-level requirements and system architecture for railway projects.</li><li>Analyze interfaces and interactions between subsystems (rolling stock, signaling, track, electrification, telecom).</li><li>Support technology selection and configuration for new or upgraded rail projects.</li><li>Ensure compliance with international standards and client technical specifications.</li></ul><b>
System Integration</b><br>
<ul><li>Guarantee system interoperability across different technologies and operators.</li><li>Manage integration of signaling, rolling stock, and infrastructure subsystems.</li><li>Validate compatibility with national and international systems (e.g. ERTMS, CBTC, PTC).</li><li>Coordinate system interface control and manage integration risks.</li></ul><b>
Performance Optimization</b><br>
<ul><li>Evaluate and optimize railway system performance in terms of capacity, reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability.</li><li>Contribute to operational simulations and capacity studies.</li><li>Identify opportunities for system improvements and lifecycle cost reduction.</li></ul><b>
Verification &amp; Validation (V&amp;V)</b><br>
<ul><li>Define and monitor execution of Verification &amp; Validation activities according to applicable standards (EN 50126/8/9).</li><li>Ensure conformity to system performance and safety requirements.</li><li>Support testing, commissioning, and acceptance processes.</li><li>Participate in design reviews, audits, and safety assessments.</li></ul><b>
Lifecycle Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Support the development of upgrade, renewal, and modernization programs.</li><li>Manage configuration control and ensure system traceability.</li><li>Provide technical support during operation and maintenance phases.</li><li>Contribute to asset management strategies to maximize system availability and lifecycle value.</li></ul><b>
Digitalization &amp; Smart Rail Technologies</b><br>
<ul><li>Promote the adoption of digital solutions (IoT, AI, Big Data) for predictive maintenance and performance monitoring.</li><li>Contribute to the implementation of Digital Twin and Remote Monitoring technologies.</li><li>Support system-level integration of Smart Signaling and automation tools.</li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Education</b></div>
</div><div><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</div><div>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>8+ years of experience in system engineering for railway domain projects</li></ul>
<ul><li>Rolling Stock: Locomotives, EMUs, DMUs, High-Speed Trains</li><li>Signaling Systems: ETCS/ERTMS, CBTC, PTC, Interlocking</li><li>Electrification: 25 kV AC, 3 kV DC, 750 V DC traction systems</li><li>Infrastructure: Conventional, High-Speed, Metro, or Light Rail systems</li><li>Deep understanding of Systems Engineering principles (V-Model, Requirements, and Interface Management).</li><li>Familiarity with CENELEC Standards: EN 50126 (RAMS), EN 50128 (Software), EN 50129 (Safety).</li><li>Knowledge of relevant international standards and regulations (IEC 62290, UIC, AAR, FRA).</li><li>Requirements &amp; Configuration Management tools (DOORS, Enterprise Architect, ComplyPro)</li><li>Safety &amp; Reliability Analysis (FMECA, FTA, ReliaSoft)</li><li>Simulation &amp; Design (MATLAB, Simulink, CATIA)</li><li>Understanding of project delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, V-cycle).</li><li>Experience in large-scale or multi-stakeholder railway system projects.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Competencies</b></div>
</div><ul><li>WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
</li><li>PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
</li><li>INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
</li><li>DOMAIN &amp; BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
</li><li>FORESIGHT &amp; INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.</li></ul></div></div><br>
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RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure &amp; mobility, industry, research &amp; development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><i>
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.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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