Head of Railway Control Systems & Strategy

slihrms; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Annual flight contribution

Housing/transport allowances

Discretionary bonus program

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Head - Railway Control Systems to provide strategic leadership across our Middle East rail programs. You will guide complex rail control solutions, oversee system architecture, and drive innovation while ensuring high-quality delivery and strong client relationships.

The role requires 15+ years in rail projects, expertise in ETCS/ERTMS, CBTC, and TMS, plus proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and successful bids.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline.
• 15+ years in rail systems across high-speed, conventional and metro railways, including ETCS/ERTMS.
• CBTC systems experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership of multidisciplinary projects and client management.
• Experience across assurance, approvals, and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical leadership across rail control systems and systems integration.
• Lead major bids, tenders, and procurement activities with both technical and commercial input.
• Oversee delivery of complex rail projects with scope, schedule, cost and quality ownership.
• Develop engineering teams, mentor staff, and promote knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

System architecture

Rail project management

Bid & consultancy leadership

Communication & influencing

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Head - Railway Control Systems to provide strategic leadership across our Middle East rail programs. You will guide complex rail control solutions, oversee system architecture, and drive innovation while ensuring high-quality delivery and strong client relationships.

The role requires 15+ years in rail projects, expertise in ETCS/ERTMS, CBTC, and TMS, plus proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and successful bids.