Rolling Stock Specialist (Metro/Rail)

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Rolling Stock Specialist to oversee the design and testing of metro car systems. You will ensure proper integration with other rail sub-systems and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years of relevant experience, along with strong leadership skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a major rail infrastructure program in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in rolling stock engineering, design, or integration focused on metro cars.
• Proven experience in design review and integration of metro cars with major rail sub-systems.
• Strong knowledge of metro car lifecycle management and reliability engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development of metro car sub-systems.
• Ensure integration of metro cars with major sub-systems through Interface Control Documents.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of metro cars at the site.

Skills

Rolling Stock Engineering

Design Review

System Integration

Lifecyle Management

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Rail Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

Parsons is seeking an experienced Rolling Stock Specialist to oversee the design development, integration, and testing of rolling stock systems for a major rail infrastructure program in Dubai.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design Development Oversight: Oversee the design development of metro car sub‑systems, including car body, traction motors, brakes, doors, HVAC, passenger information systems, and other critical components.
• Design Review: Perform detailed reviews of manufacturer design submissions to ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and project requirements for metro cars.
• System Integration: Ensure integration of metro cars with major sub‑systems such as ATC, power supply, platform screen doors, trackwork, and communication systems through Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Testing and Commissioning: Oversee integration testing and commissioning of metro cars at the site to verify system functionality, performance, and safety.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout design, development, and testing phases.
• Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—engineering, operations, and maintenance—to guarantee metro car reliability and operational efficiency.
• Reporting: Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and updates for senior management and stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote innovation, safety culture, and operational excellence across all metro car functions.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Rail Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in rolling stock engineering, design, or integration focused on metro cars and sub‑systems.
• PMC/Consultant experience in addition to rolling stock manufacturer experience is preferred.
• Proven experience in design review and integration of metro cars with other major rail sub‑systems.
• Strong knowledge of metro car lifecycle management, reliability engineering, and system integration.
• Familiarity with metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory compliance.
• International experience on large infrastructure projects is preferred.

Desired Skills

• Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in complex, fast‑paced environments.
• Proven track record of client‑facing roles, including delivering presentations, managing expectations, and resolving technical challenges collaboratively.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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