EMC Expert

Overview

Job Description

What You'Ll Be Doing

• Provide technical direction and expert advice on EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration throughout all project phases
• Develop and implement EMC Management Plans, stray current control strategies, and earthing & bonding schemes in line with project requirements and international standards
• Lead technical reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, standards, and best practices
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies related to EMC interference, stray current, and system performance
• Review and approve technical specifications, design drawings, calculations, and engineering documentation
• Apply advanced modelling and simulation tools to analyze and predict EMC, stray current, and noise & vibration performance
• Coordinate integration of EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration requirements across all rail systems and infrastructure
• Interface with multidisciplinary systems including signalling (ATC/CBTC), telecom, power, rolling stock, SCADA, and AFC to ensure system compatibility
• Ensure alignment with Systems Engineering processes including requirements management, verification, and validation
• Support integration with airport systems including passenger flow and baggage handling systems (BHS) where applicable
• Contribute to rolling stock interface definition for express services to ensure EMC compatibility with infrastructure and systems
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities including development of test plans, procedures, and compliance verification
• Review and analyze test results and implement corrective actions to ensure system performance and compliance
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure integration and delivery within schedule and budget
• Prepare and present technical reports, updates, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders
• Conduct regular reviews and quality audits to ensure accuracy and consistency of engineering deliverables
• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, methodologies, and best practices
• Ensure effective coordination and communication across all project stakeholders and disciplines

What Required Skills You'Ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from a recognized university
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the AECO industry or relevant field
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration engineering within the rail or transportation industry
• Minimum 10 years of experience in rail projects and/or rail operations in the GCC or internationally
• Proven experience on large-scale metro, subway, or Express Railway infrastructure programs
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience in managing technical scope of large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of EMC standards and regulations including IEC, EN, and IEEE standards
• Experience in advanced modelling and simulation tools for EMC and system performance analysis
• Strong understanding of rail systems integration including signalling, telecom, power, rolling stock, and operational interfaces
• Experience in airport integration, including passenger flow and baggage handling systems (BHS) coordination
• Familiarity with rolling stock definition for express services and associated system interfaces
• Understanding of passenger and baggage planning interfaces within transport hubs
• Experience in testing and commissioning, including development and execution of test plans and validation procedures
• Experience in client-facing or consultancy roles with strong stakeholder management capabilities
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and practices
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
• Understanding of project delivery processes, construction management, and large-scale program execution
• Knowledge of budget development, cost control, and commercial considerations
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, reporting, and presentation skills

What Desired Skills You'Ll Bring

• Ability to interpret complex technical documents and provide clear recommendations
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-organizational and multidisciplinary environment
• Professional certification in EMC, Systems Engineering, or Project Management is an advantage
• GCC experience is preferred
• Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
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