Track & 3rd Rail Engineer

Alstom; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Global mobility

Life and health insurance

Pension benefits

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Alstom in Riyadh is seeking an experienced track design engineer to contribute to the Riyadh Metro Line 2 Extension. You will develop track alignments, design slab track elements, and review third rail systems while coordinating interfaces across Civil, Traction Power, Signaling, and Systems Integration.

The role emphasizes design reviews, technical problem solving, and construction support on a major urban railway project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Railway Engineering.
• Experience or understanding of metro or railway track design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Bentley OpenRail/OpenTrack, MicroStation.
• Familiarity with EN/IEC railway standards.
• Ability to coordinate interfaces across civil and traction disciplines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop track alignment layouts and track geometry.
• Design slab track systems for at-grade, elevated and underground sections.
• Verify track clearances, dynamic envelopes, and maintenance access.
• Design and review 750V DC third rail systems and conductor rail layouts.
• Review civil interfaces affecting track installation and tolerances.
• Coordinate third rail components and fastenings with teams.
• Manage interfaces with Civil, Traction Power, Signaling, Rolling Stock, and Systems Integration.
• Participate in design reviews with clients and authorities.
• Provide technical support during construction, inspections, testing and commissioning.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Railway Engineering

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRail/OpenTrack

MicroStation

Railway standards

Track design

Interface coordination

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Railway Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRail/OpenTrack

MicroStation

Job description

Req ID: 529230

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Our future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and railway systems expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates. You'll play a key role in shaping the Riyadh Metro Line 2 Extension by contributing to the design, coordination, and construction of trackwork and 750V DC third rail systems. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Civil, Traction Power, Signaling, Rolling Stock, and Systems Integration), manage critical interfaces between infrastructure and extension works, and provide technical support during installation and commissioning activities, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Developing and reviewing track alignment layouts, track geometry, and special trackwork designs. ,
• Designing and coordinating ballastless (slab) track systems for at-grade, elevated, and underground sections. ,
• Verifying track clearances, dynamic envelopes, and maintenance access requirements. ,
• Designing and reviewing 750V DC third rail systems, including conductor rail arrangements, expansion joints, and sectioning plans. ,
• Reviewing civil interfaces affecting track installation, tolerances, and alignment. ,
• Coordinating third rail support assemblies, insulators, protection boards, and fastening systems. ,
• Managing interfaces with Civil, Traction Power, Signaling, Rolling Stock, and Systems Integration teams. ,
• Participating in design review meetings with clients, consultants, and approval authorities. ,
• Providing technical support during construction, site inspections, testing, and commissioning activities. ,
• Supporting the development of engineering deliverables, including drawings, technical reports, and risk assessments"

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline. ,
• Experience or understanding of metro or railway track design, including slab track systems and 750V DC third rail systems. ,
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Bentley OpenRail/OpenTrack, MicroStation, or similar railway design tools. ,
• Familiarity with EN, IEC, and project-specific railway standards. ,
• Expertise in track alignment layouts and track geometry design. ,
• Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills. ,
• Ability to manage railway systems interface and resolve technical issues. ,
• Proficiency in design review and technical troubleshooting. ,
• Experience in construction support and field engineering. ,
• A mindset focused on continuous learning and adaptability.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
• Work with cutting-edge rail infrastructure and engineering technologies ,
• Progress towards becoming an expert in metro track and third rail design, interface management, and construction support ,
• Utilise our inclusive, innovative, and safety-focused working environment" ,
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension),
• Contribute to innovative projects

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.