Job Description:

Interface/Integration Engineer (Design)

Dubai, UAE

Parsons is seeking a highly skilled Interface/Integration Engineer - Systems to join our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team. In this role, you will lead the coordination and integration of diverse systems across landmark infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless functionality and operational excellence.

As an Interface/Integration Engineer - Systems, you will play a pivotal role in managing the technical interfaces and operational integration of subsystems such as signaling, telecommunications, SCADA, Power Supply, Rolling Stock, and more. Working closely with clients, contractors, and consultants, you will ensure that all systems work harmoniously, meeting project requirements and adhering to international standards.

This position demands strong systems engineering expertise, effective stakeholder coordination, and the ability to identify and resolve technical conflicts to ensure the successful delivery of integrated systems. The role is essential in infrastructure projects like Metro systems, Railways, Airports, and Smart city developments.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work on iconic projects such as metro rail systems, airports, highways, and smart infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

System Interface Coordination:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all systems interface and integration activities.
• Define and manage interface points between systems and subsystems, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among stakeholders, including clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Act as the central point of contact for managing interfaces and ensuring alignment across all systems and subsystems.

Integration Planning:

• Develop and maintain the Interface Management Plan and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Establish processes and protocols to manage and track interface requirements and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Issue Resolution:

• Proactively identify potential interface conflicts or gaps between systems.
• Facilitate technical discussions and workshops to resolve interface issues.
• Maintain records of decisions, agreements, and resolutions for traceability.

Design and Technical Oversight

Design Review:

• Review designs, specifications, and interface control documents to ensure proper integration between systems.
• Ensure all designs meet project specifications, functional requirements, and safety standards.
• Review and verify subsystem designs, ensuring compatibility and compliance with project specifications and standards.

Compliance and Verification:

• Verify that system designs and integrations comply with relevant international standards (e.g., IEC, ISO, EN).
• Perform system verification and validation activities to ensure that integrated systems meet functional and performance criteria.

Construction and Commissioning Support

On-Site Integration:

• Oversee the implementation of systems interfaces during construction and installation phases.
• Collaborate with contractors to address integration-related technical challenges during construction.

Testing and Commissioning:

• Develop integration test plans and oversee the testing of system interfaces.
• Oversee integration testing, validation, and commissioning activities, ensuring seamless operation of the integrated system.
• Ensure the successful commissioning of integrated systems, including functionality, interoperability, and performance.

Risk and Change Management

Risk Identification:

• Identify and manage risks associated with system integration, including technical, schedule, and cost risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies.

Change Control:

• Assess the impact of design or scope changes on system interfaces and integration.
• Ensure all changes are properly documented, reviewed, and approved.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Engage with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure alignment on integration requirements and objectives.
• Serve as a key technical liaison to resolve issues and maintain transparency with all parties.

Progress Reporting:

• Prepare regular progress reports on interface and integration activities.
• Highlight key challenges, risks, and resolutions to senior management and stakeholders.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Systems Engineering and /or Computer Science or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications (e.g., INCOSE CSEP/ASEP) are a plus.
• Minimum 8 years of design experience in systems interface and integration, preferably in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven expertise in managing multidisciplinary interfaces (e.g., signaling, telecommunications, power supply).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO/IEC 15288, EN 50126, EN 50128, and EN 50129.
• Proficiency in systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks).
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams under tight deadlines.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.