Track & 3rd Rail CAD/BIM Specialist — Metro Projects

Alstom; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking a CAD/BIM Design Specialist to support the Riyadh Metro Line 2 Extension project. You will produce and update Track & 3rd Rail CAD drawings, develop 3D BIM models, and manage design information within the CDE, coordinating interfaces with Civil Works, MEP, Signalling, and other disciplines.

Daily work includes model federation, clash detection, and maintaining alignment between drawings, BIM models, and approved documents, while supporting installation/testing with updated

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in CAD drafting, BIM modeling, or technical engineering functions on railway infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of Trackwork and 3rd Rail systems, including interfaces with Civil Works and other railway systems.
• In-depth working knowledge of Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and ProjectWise.
• Experience producing railway infrastructure drawings and BIM models for Metro, Tram, LRT, or Mainline projects.
• Experience in multidisciplinary design coordination and railway project integration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to drawing quality and model accuracy.
• Ability to perform clash detection, model reviews, and implement design modifications as required.
• Understanding of BIM processes, data management, and Common Data Environment workflows.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Producing and updating Track & 3rd Rail CAD drawings, layouts, sections, and installation details using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Developing and maintaining 3D BIM models for Trackwork and 750V DC Third Rail systems.
• Managing design information within the Common Data Environment (CDE) and applying project codification and document control processes.
• Coordinating Track & 3rd Rail interfaces with Civil Works, MEP, Signalling, Communications, and Traction Power disciplines.
• Performing model federation, clash detection, and clearance verification using Navisworks.
• Supporting multidisciplinary design coordination and integration meetings.
• Reviewing and updating design models based on engineering comments, site conditions, and project requirements.
• Ensuring consistency between drawings, BIM models, and approved design documentation.
• Managing design revisions, configuration updates, and as-built record incorporation.
• Supporting Construction & Delivery teams by providing updated drawings, model extracts, and technical drafting support during installation and testing activities.

Skills

CAD drafting

BIM modeling

Railway infrastructure

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

ProjectWise

Communication

English fluency

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

ProjectWise

Job description

Alstom is seeking a CAD/BIM Design Specialist to support the Riyadh Metro Line 2 Extension project. You will produce and update Track & 3rd Rail CAD drawings, develop 3D BIM models, and manage design information within the CDE, coordinating interfaces with Civil Works, MEP, Signalling, and other disciplines.

Daily work includes model federation, clash detection, and maintaining alignment between drawings, BIM models, and approved documents, while supporting installation/testing with updated