Rolling Stock Engineer

Systra

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:SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow. Context:As part of a multidisciplinary team focused on the enhancement and growth of modern rail systems, the Rolling Stock Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) will provide critical engineering expertise supporting the procurement of new rolling stock and the evaluation and improvement of existing fleets and supporting systems. This role demands a balanced approach to technical rigor, system integration, and supplier collaboration, contributing directly to the reliability, safety, and innovation of the transport network. Missions/Main Duties:
  • Deliver robust analyses underpinning the procurement and performance assessment of rolling stock, focusing respectively on electrical and mechanical domains such as traction power, control systems, carbody, bogies, and related subsystems.
  • Evaluate and document system compatibility, lifecycle cost considerations, and interfaces with incumbent infrastructure to ensure seamless integration and operational consistency.
  • Identify technical risks, propose mitigation strategies, and support continuous improvement across all project phases.
  • Develop, review, and refine detailed technical specifications and procurement requirements in line with project goals, operational requirements, and industry regulations.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure all sub-systems—electrical and mechanical—are well-integrated, resilient, and compliant with safety and performance benchmarks
  • Participate in the evaluation and selection of vendors, reviewing technical submittals, designs, and proposed solutions for alignment with project objectives.
  • Facilitate the resolution of engineering queries during design, build, and integration phases, bringing both electrical and mechanical insights as appropriate.
  • Contribute to, or lead, the preparation and execution of test plans, validation protocols, and handover documentation for both electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Support or oversee commissioning activities, ensuring that deliverables achieve not just base compliance but also quality and reliability standards.
Profile/Skills:
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical /Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 15 years’ experience in rolling stock and rail systems, with a focus on electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Demonstrable track record in rolling stock or equivalent complex asset engineering, with strong domain knowledge (electrical or mechanical) and experience supporting procurement, integration, and/or systems enhancements.
  • Electrical: Knowledge of traction, auxiliary power, train control, and safety-critical systems; experience with industry electrical standards and system interfaces.
  • Mechanical: Expertise in carbody, bogies, braking, suspension, environmental control, and overall structural considerations; familiarity with relevant mechanical standards and technical requirements.
  • Analytical capacity to translate technical findings into practical engineering and procurement deliverables.
  • Effective communicator, adept in technical documentation, stakeholder engagement, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
  • Commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Preferably with UAE or GCC experience.
:Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.

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