Railway System Engineer

Overview

Railway System Engineer

Abu Dhabi

Electronics and System Engineering

Mission

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.

Bachelor’s Degree

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.*