Rail Systems Integrator

Thomas & Adamson; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering and consultancy firm is seeking a Systems Engineer in Dublin to lead coordination efforts with design teams and manage technical interfaces for rail systems. Candidates must have 5 to 10 years of experience, specializing in rail systems integration, with a strong understanding of both conventional rail and metro systems. The role promises opportunities to engage in large capital infrastructure projects and contribute to innovative transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in the field.
• Experience with large capital infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in system integration of heavy rail projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination with design teams and third parties.
• Review and coordinate Signalling, Electrical, or Telecommunication designs.
• Participate in resolving interface conflicts with technical proposals.
• Support quality assurance systems for rail systems.
• Attend coordination meetings, communicating issues related to approvals and interfaces.

Skills

Experience in conventional rail and metro/LRT

Railway Systems specialization

Teamwork

Fluent in English

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and maintenance 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 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. From motorways to tramways, water and wastewater treatment to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges and to deliver climate responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

About Egis in Ireland

Egis has operated in Ireland since 1994 and is one of the largest multi-disciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firms in the country. Our services in Ireland span the full lifespan of infrastructure, from upstream feasibility studies through design, construction supervision, delivery and operations. Operating across the entire value chain of consulting, design and operation, Egis is the only group to understand infrastructure in its entirety. Our current activities in Ireland include operating the Dublin Tunnel and the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork, overseeing 470km of Ireland’s motorways and working on the design and delivery of major transport projects and mobility services.With over 600 staff in Ireland across 16 offices nationwide, we are committed to enabling sustainable economic development and responding to the requirements of the growing population while also addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions.

In 2023, Egis acquired JB Barry & Partners - an engineering firm which has worked on major projects such as the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dublin and the N17/N18 Gort to Tuam PPP motorway scheme in Galway. Our Egis Engineering division is now almost 200 people strong across four offices in Dublin, Castlebar, Cork and Limerick.

Egis' engineering foundation and pedigree is in JB Barry's local legacy. Generations of engineers have passedthrough our doors, and our standing among Irish clients has been established over decades. We have beenbehind some of Ireland’s iconic infrastructure with specialisms including water & energy, structures andtransportation. Now we’re part of Egis we have access to global talent, teams and technologies. A careerwith us can lead to opportunities to travel and experience some of our work in over 100 countries.

About the Role

Your activities will include but not be limited to:

• Leading the coordination effort with the design teams (internally or with partners) and with third parties for the external technical interfaces, in all technical and operational areas to ensure delivery of a safe and coherent system. Leading review of existing rail and station systems to inform strategy for integrating new and existing systems.
• Review and coordination of Signalling, Electrical, or Telecommunication designs and deliverables.
• Leading systems engineering and integration processes including definition and control of system architecture, requirements management, knowledge database for whole system, developing the interfacing strategy including the tools and processes, to ensure that the necessary interface activities can be accomplished in timely manner throughout the project life cycle
• Proactively participating in the resolution of interface or integration conflicts by making technical proposals. Reviewing Systems Integration Plan, Systems Engineering Plan, Systems Interface Management Plan, etc.
• Supporting the implementation of the quality assurance systems and all project technical plans and procedures for rail systems. Providing technical support for System Assurance Submissions. Supports rail system safety certification
• Ensuring that all systems engineering objectives of the project are met to best international standards and practices
• Attending coordination meetings and communicate issues & concerns relating to coordination, approvals and system interfaces
• Assessing risks and following mitigation plans.

What do we need from you

• 5 to 10 years of experience in the field
• Experience in both conventional rail and metro / LRT highly desirable (experience of conventional rail systems is a must)
• Specialise in Railway Systems and integration ofsignalling, electrification, telecommunications and accessory systems.
• Experience with large capital infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience in system integration of heavy rail projects.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Fluent in written/spoken English

What's in it for you?

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Egis is an equal opportunities employer who recognises the value of having a diverse workforce. Your application will be assessed based purely on your skills and experience, the stated essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role.