Senior Rail Safety Systems Engineer – Dublin

WSP USA; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer for the MetroLink programme in Ireland. You will promote safety by embedding system safety processes across the project lifecycle and collaborating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.

You will review safety evidence, monitor railway compliance, and lead hazard and risk management activities to ensure a safe, reliable metro system for future generations.

Qualifications

• Degree in an engineering discipline and relevant rail/metro project exposure.
• Experience leading discipline engineers through design, construction and integration.
• Proven ability to manage DB contractors and develop system specifications.
• Strong track record in project controls, reporting and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Review safety assurance evidence and monitor compliance with railway standards.
• Embed safety considerations into design, construction, testing and commissioning.
• Coordinate with civil, stations, signalling and other teams to ensure safe solutions.
• Lead design reviews, workshops and interface coordination meetings.
• Provide updates on progress, risks and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.

Skills

Rail engineering experience

Leadership of discipline engineers

Systems engineering lifecycle

Project controls & programme mgmt

Design-Build contractor management

Communications & stakeholder managment

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer for the MetroLink programme in Ireland. You will promote safety by embedding system safety processes across the project lifecycle and collaborating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.

You will review safety evidence, monitor railway compliance, and lead hazard and risk management activities to ensure a safe, reliable metro system for future generations.