Rail Alignment Design Lead

Virtua Advanced Solution; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 470,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua Advanced Solution is seeking an expert for railway alignment design leadership. You will oversee design development, testing, commissioning and handover, ensuring alignment with standards and seamless subsystem integration.

You will coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, signaling, and rolling stock teams, conduct risk analysis, and ensure compliance with EN AREMA and UIC. Strong communication and 10+ years of experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Eligibility requires a Masters degree and 10 years of experience in engineering or rail design.
• Experience with railway alignment concepts and regulatory standards is essential.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve alignment design concepts aligned with project objectives and standards.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, signaling, and rolling stock teams to ensure integration.
• Conduct risk analysis on proposed alignment designs and address safety concerns.
• Ensure designs comply with local and international standards (EN AREMA UIC).
• Oversee preparation of horizontal and vertical alignment designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley Rail Track.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders to meet design requirements and site data accuracy.
• Monitor construction quality and ensure alignment meets specifications and safety standards.
• Translate alignment designs into on-site construction with precise setting out using surveying methods.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Active listening

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Problem solving

Leadership

Planning & organization

Education

Masters degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley Rail Track

Job description

Virtua Advanced Solution is seeking an expert for railway alignment design leadership. You will oversee design development, testing, commissioning and handover, ensuring alignment with standards and seamless subsystem integration.

You will coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, signaling, and rolling stock teams, conduct risk analysis, and ensure compliance with EN AREMA and UIC. Strong communication and 10+ years of experience are essential.