Rolling Stock Manager

Deutsche Bahn AG; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global railway company is seeking a Rolling Stock Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role involves overseeing the manufacturing and assembly of high-speed trains, conducting inspections, and managing commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in rail project management and expertise in High-Speed Rail projects. Strong English skills are required, and local experience in the Middle East is advantageous. Attractive working conditions and competitive compensation package offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

International work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in management of rail projects, specifically rolling stock.
• Experience in delivering High-Speed Rail (HSR) projects is mandatory.
• Strong project management and coordination abilities throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing and assembly of high-speed trains, ensuring compliance.
• Conduct inspections, tests, and audits at manufacturing sites.
• Manage test and commissioning activities, ensuring adherence to contract requirements.

Skills

Supervision

Quality assurance

Project management

Integration and coordination

Fluent in English

Education

University degree (Master's/Chartered Engineer)

Job description

DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility, and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environ‑ment, and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.

We are seeking a Rolling Stock Manager as a part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Abu Dhabi. The job opening is in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and complete oversight of the manufacturing and assembly of high‑speed trains at the contractor, ensuring compliance with contract requirements
• Conducting inspections, tests, monitoring, and audits at manufacturing sites in accordance with the quality plans and inspection plans
• Inspection of welding and manufacturing work on key structural components of rolling stock (e.g., chassis, floor, car body)
• Inspection of installation of systems and subsystems of rolling stock (e.g., traction motors, air conditioning units, pantographs, electrical equipment)
• Participation in and supervision of hold‑point inspections, First Article Inspections (FAI), and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for rolling stock, depot equipment, and simulators
• Inspection of rolling stock key structural components welding & fabrication such as but not limited to underframe, floor, car body, etc.
• Inspection of rolling stock system and sub‑systems installations such as but not limited to traction motors, HVAC, pantograph, electrical equipment, etc.,
• Witnessing hold point inspections for high‑speed rolling stock and depot equipment – minimum of 50% of all hold points as per the ITP.
• Witnessing of First Article Inspections and Factory Acceptance Testing of rolling stock-key/major sub‑system, rolling stock, depot equipment and simulator.
• The Consultant shall supervise, full time, at the Client Contractor’s off‑site high speed rolling stock manufacturing /assembly activities in accordance with the QAMP to ensure that the high speed rolling stock are compliant with the Client Contracts requirements.
• Witnessing/monitoring of all on‑site testing activities for rolling stock, depot equipment and simulator.
• Supervision and management of test and commissioning activities, including review and approval of test and commissioning plans, strategies, and procedures
• Review and approval of test and commissioning reports, ensuring adherence to approved test plans and contract requirements
• Supervision and management of integration tests between rolling stock and other systems
• Review, approval, and management of implementation of the safety verification plan, and ensuring project documentation in accordance with EN50126 V‑Cycle
• Rolling Stock Traction and Braking performance Requirements, Evaluation and Certification
• Procedures, Report formats and Templates including ETCS related braking curve test requirements.
• Management of Failure Reporting and Corrective Action Systems (FRACAS/DRACAS) during test and commissioning phases
• Establishment and leadership of the Failure Review Board (FRB) for fault analysis and resolution during test and commissioning phases

Qualifications

• University degree (preferably Master’s and/or Chartered Engineer status)
• Minimum 15 years of experience in management of design and/or construction of rail projects, specifically in rolling stock
• Experience in delivering High‑Speed Rail (HSR) projects is mandatory
• Candidate must have held this position at least once before on a project of similar size
• Local Experience in Middle East and/or UAE project experience is advantageous
• Fluent in spoken and written English is mandatory; Arabic language skills would be an advantage
• Skills in supervision, inspection, testing, commissioning, and quality assurance for rolling stock manufacturing, assembly, and installation
• Ability to manage and witness inspections, Factory Acceptance Testing, and pre‑delivery inspections for rolling stock and related equipment
• Strong project management, integration, and coordination abilities throughout the full project lifecycle (design, procurement, manufacturing, construction, testing, commissioning, integration, trial operations, certification, handover, close‑out)
• Knowledge of regional industry standards and international best practices for rolling stock projects
• Ability to oversee site logistics, off‑site manufacturing, and assembly supervision

We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

We offer attractive career opportunities worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.

Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for safe living around the globe.

In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!