Safety and Certification Manager (PDS)

Egis; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Bonus opportunities

Hybrid or flexible schedules

Educational assistance

Job summary

Egis, a global architectural and engineering firm, is seeking a senior leader to lead the development and implementation of the System Safety Assurance and Certification Framework for California High-Speed Rail in Sacramento. The role ensures compliance with FRA requirements, CFR regulations, and Authority standards across design, construction, testing, and commissioning.

This position requires relocation to the local area and offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation,

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years in rail safety, assurance or certification (HSR preferred).
• Strong knowledge of FRA regulations (49 CFR) and U.S. compliance frameworks or international equivalents.
• Experience on large-scale rail programs (> $1B) with multi-contract integration.
• Background in systems engineering, testing & commissioning, or assurance.
• Experience working with regulators and independent assessors.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the SSPP aligned with FRA expectations.
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation tracking.
• Coordinate safety across civil, systems, and operations.
• Develop and implement the Certification Management Plan.
• Oversee production of Certificates, Declarations, and Compliance Evidence.
• Interface with FRA; manage submissions for safety certification and waivers.
• Ensure 49 CFR alignment across design, construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Embed certification in the Systems Engineering Management Plan and coordinate with all CP packages.
• Lead testing, verification and ISA activities.
• Support revenue service readiness reviews and Go/No-Go decisions.

Skills

Extensive rail safety experience

Regulatory compliance FRA 49 CFR

Program management on large-scale rail

Systems engineering familiarity

Stakeholder engagement with regulators

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

About the Role

Lead the development and implementation of the System Safety Assurance and Certification Framework to achieve regulatory approval and revenue service readiness for the California High-Speed Rail system. The role ensures full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements, CFR regulations, and Authority standards across design, construction, testing, and commissioning.

This position is based in Sacramento, CA and will require relocation for any candidates outside the local area.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety Governance & Assurance

• Establish and maintain the System Safety Management Program Plan (SSPP) aligned with FRA expectations
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessment (PHA, SHA), and mitigation tracking
• Ensure integration of safety across civil, systems, and operations

2. Certification Strategy & Delivery

• Develop and implement the Certification Management Plan aligned with the safety management system.
• Oversee production of Certificates, Declarations, and Compliance Evidence

3. Regulatory Interface (FRA / Federal Compliance)

• Act as the primary interface with the Federal Railroad Administration
• Manage submissions for safety certification, waivers, and approvals
• Ensure alignment with 49 CFR (Parts 236, 238, 270, etc.)

4. Integration with System Engineering

• Ensure certification is embedded in the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP)
• Manage requirements traceability design verification validation certification
• Coordinate across track, OCS, signaling, rolling stock, and operations

5. Testing, Verification & Validation (V&V)

• Define certification requirements within Testing & Commissioning Plans
• Ensure all safety-critical systems meet acceptance criteria prior to revenue service Data sensitivity - Public
• Oversee Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) activities

6. Interface & Program Integration

• Manage certification across multi-contractor interfaces (civil, rail systems, TSCC, etc.)
• Ensure consistency of safety and certification approach across all CP packages

7. Audit, Compliance & Readiness Lead technical audits, safety reviews, and compliance checks

• Support System Readiness Reviews and Go/No-Go decisions
• Provide certification input into Revenue Service Readiness (RSR)

Key Deliverables

• System Safety Program Plan (SSPP)
• Certification Management Plan (CMP)
• Hazard Log & Safety Case
• Verification & Validation Matrix (V&V)
• Certification Status Reports & DashboardsSafety Certification Package for FRA approval

What do we need from you

• 12-15+ years in rail safety, assurance, or certification (HSR preferred)
• Strong knowledge of FRA regulations (49 CFR) and U.S. compliance frameworks or international equivalent standards e.g CENLELLEC
• Experience on large-scale rail programs (>$1B) with multi-contract integration
• Background in systems engineering, testing & commissioning, or assurance
• Experience working with regulators and independent assessors

This job description may be adjusted as project needs evolve.

What's in it for you?

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected compensation range for this role is $160,000 to $205,000 annually. Compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Why join Egis:

• Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including, health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4% company match.
• Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.
• Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered.
• Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.
• Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.

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