Rail Systems Head (f/m/d)
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About the Role
DB Engineering & Consulting seeks a Rail Systems Head to lead systems engineering for rail subsystems in the Middle East. The role involves managing system requirements, architecture, and interface processes for early project stages.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the systems engineering activities for all rail subsystems during early project stages (Stage 1–3: concept, preliminary design and tender preparation)
- Develop and manage system requirements, system architecture and technical concepts for all rail domains
- Establish and oversee interface management processes between subsystems, infrastructure and external stakeholders
- Guide the preparation of key systems engineering deliverables (e.g. requirements specifications, interface definitions, verification and validation plans)
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure alignment with project objectives, timelines and quality requirements
- Support preparation of tender documents, technical specifications and evaluation of bids from a system perspective
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality and system assurance standards throughout design development
- Act as main contact for the client on all system related topics during early project development
Requirements
- University degree (B.Sc./M.Sc.) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Transport Engineering or comparable field
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years in railway/metro infrastructure projects
- Proven experience in managing system requirements, interfaces and integration of complex technical systems
- Solid knowledge of systems engineering processes across full lifecycle
- Experience in integrating key rail subsystems such as signaling, traction power, rolling stock, and communications
- Good understanding of international standards related to system assurance, safety and reliability (e.g. RAMS principles)
- Experience in early project phases (feasibility, concept, preliminary design) with focus on system definition
- Strong coordination and communication skills in multidisciplinary and international project environments
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
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Introduction
- Railways for the world of tomorrow.
- We are seeking a Rail Systems Head as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in the Middle East and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.
- Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the systems engineering activities for all rail subsystems during early project stages (Stage 1–3: concept, preliminary design and tender preparation)
- Develop and manage system requirements, system architecture and technical concepts for all rail domains
- Establish and oversee interface management processes between subsystems, infrastructure and external stakeholders
- Guide the preparation of key systems engineering deliverables (e.g. requirements specifications, interface definitions, verification and validation plans)
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure alignment with project objectives, timelines and quality requirements
- Support preparation of tender documents, technical specifications and evaluation of bids from a system perspective
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality and system assurance standards throughout design development
- Act as main contact for the client on all system related topics during early project development
Qualifications
- University degree (B.Sc./M.Sc.) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Transport Engineering or a comparable field
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years in railway/metro infrastructure projects, including a strong focus on systems engineering and integration
- Proven experience in managing system requirements, interfaces and integration of complex technical systems
- Solid knowledge of systems engineering processes across the full lifecycle (requirements, design, verification and validation)
- Experience in integrating key rail subsystems such as signaling, traction power, rolling stock, and communications
- Good understanding of international standards related to system assurance, safety and reliability (e.g. RAMS principles)
- Experience in early project phases (feasibility, concept, preliminary design) with focus on system definition
- Strong coordination and communication skills in multidisciplinary and international project environments
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with fluency in English (written and spoken) and ability to work in an international project environment
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