Asset Engineer (Platform Screen Door System) - UAE National

KEOLIS Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation firm in Dubai seeks a System Engineer to assist in engineering principles, analyze asset performance, and develop maintenance documentation. The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of system engineering experience and be fluent in English. Key responsibilities include driving improvements, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing data-driven insights. Competitive salary and opportunity for professional growth offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a system engineer.
• Demonstrated experience of maintenance development and asset plans.
• Knowledge and application of RAMS, FRB, Change Management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Manager in general Engineering principles.
• Analyse asset performance and make recommendations.
• Develop documentation and processes including training materials.
• Ensure compliance with ISO55001 standards.

Skills

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Ability to communicate and manage staff

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Fluent in English

Ability to develop Microsoft Excel formulas and macros

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Equivalent

Job description

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Engineering Manager in general Engineering principles and process.
• Act as designated competent person for historical area of expertise (i.e. Platform Screen Doors, MEP, Civils & Tracks, or other).
• Analyse asset performance to identify emerging trends, determine effectiveness of existing maintenance regime, and make appropriate recommendations to departments.
• Develop and update documentation and processes, including work instructions, procedures and training materials.
• Proactively review and monitor KPIs to ensure adherence and highlight deviations to support business actions.
• Support implementation of new technology via the change management process.
• Support development of complex data modelling and analysis initiatives to enhance data and reporting capabilities, incorporating automation and dashboards.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to team members, encouraging best practice in data analysis and modelling techniques.
• Support statistical, qualitative, quantitative and predictive analysis on data sources pertinent to operational performance across the Dubai Metro, benchmarking against international standards.
• Support all tasks to aid production of contractual and internal KPI reporting requirements, reviewing consistency and accuracy before submission within stipulated timescales.
• Assist in development of business cases to support strategic investment in systems, processes and/or solutions.
• Support development and enhancement of RAM analysis and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvements aligned to the FRACAS process and ensure Engineering Technical Investigations are timely with traceable actions.
• Be point of Contact and fully support Failure Review Boards (FRB) for areas of technical expertise.
• Be the Designated Competent Person in relation to Change Management and the ACCA process.
• Drive ownership and closure of takeover process (PTOC).
• Work in conjunction with Engineering Project Department and Program Management office to ensure smooth transition of projects into Engineering.
• Analyse Maintenance to ensure spares and consumables are in stock when required.
• Lead complex projects supporting new or evolving processes/products or initiatives with cross‑functional or organization‑wide impact.
• Perform ad‑hoc analysis and other duties as instructed by Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, Head of Maintenance or E&M Director.
• Analyse Asset management and drive improvements to ensure compliance with ISO55001.
• Capable of using AutoCAD to support drawing updates as when required.
• Ensure security and integrity of all data provided including reporting performance, finance and customer information; reference Keolis‑MHI non‑disclosure policy.
• Exercise personal duty of care for own health, safety and welfare and for those affected by acts or omissions.
• Ensure compliance with all training requirements of Keolis‑MHI and adhere to these requirements while employed.
• Report any accidents, incidents, breaches or potential breaches to appropriate management or "speak‑up" process.
• Perform on‑call when required for area of technical expertise.

Key Skills

• Ability to communicate, motivate, develop and manage staff.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills to manage and interpret data and integrate, structure, and analyze large and complex datasets.
• Ability to understand complex systems and willingness to learn new software applications.
• Microsoft Excel, including development of formulas, macros and VBA scripts.
• Ability to present well to senior management on complex topics using a presentation tool.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop detailed documents and processes.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a methodical and logical approach.
• Self‑motivated and resilient, able to manage and prioritize multiple workstreams in fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to engage and present at all levels to influence change.
• High attention to detail and committed to data integrity.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal direction.
• Ability to tell impactful stories and insights using analysis and data visualization.
• Ability to collaborate with people at all levels to achieve successful outcomes.
• Translate complex technical concepts and analyses to non‑technical audiences.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures to maintain internal controls.
• Able and willing to share opinions, challenge the norm and propose ideas to improve working practices.
• Not afraid to speak up when concern is raised.
• Fluent in English.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a system Engineer (Platform Screen Doors, MEP, Civils & Tracks, or other).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience of stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated experience of maintenance development and asset plans.
• Knowledge and application of RAMS, FRB, Change Management, Projects and assurance.
• Experience of complex technical problems.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Equivalent.