Hybrid Rail Systems Design Lead – Southern California

AECOM Corporation; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Rail Systems Design Manager in Southern California to lead multidisciplinary rail systems delivery across all project phases. The role emphasizes coordination with engineers, design and construction teams, and client stakeholders to ensure compliance with standards and program requirements.

The position requires a BA/BS with 8+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with overhead contact systems, train control, and traction power, and strong leadership in a hybrid,

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Responsibilities

• lan, coordinate, and manage the oversight of rail systems delivery across all project phases, ensuring alignment with project management processes
• Support timely resolution of rail systems-related issues, including design-build coordination, interface management, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
• Support issue resolution related to contracts, third parties, and technical matters
• Develop, implement, and improve strategies, policies, procedures, and tools to support effective rail systems oversight and delivery
• Ensure consistent application of systems engineering principles and project management best practices
• Knowledge of the rail systems disciplines such as overhead contact systems, train control, traction power, communications, and system integration and experience in one or more
• Project management tools, scheduling techniques, and risk management practices
• Understand the interrelated aspects of rail systems within a complex infrastructure program
• Analyze technical documents and data accurately to develop effective solutions and strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical, logistical, and contractual issues
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating leadership, coordination, and problem‑solving skills
• Overseeing the preparation of detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, procurement documents, design and installation packages, proposal evaluations, technical reports, cost estimates, detailed analyses, design justifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes for transit/rail projects
• Ensure all design elements are compliant with the relevant Rail Operation Rules, all applicable industry codes and standards, and client expectations
• Provide valuable leadership to mid-career staff and mentoring to develop their technical skills.
• Interact with clients to discuss technical topics in a clear and professional manner. Facilitate resolution of customer expectations versus technical issues
• Work with tight schedules and motivate project teams
• Plan and execute project work, based on an understanding of the project scope, schedule, and budget

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Rail Systems Design Manager in Southern California to lead multidisciplinary rail systems delivery across all project phases. The role emphasizes coordination with engineers, design and construction teams, and client stakeholders to ensure compliance with standards and program requirements.

The position requires a BA/BS with 8+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with overhead contact systems, train control, and traction power, and strong leadership in a hybrid,