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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an experienced Rolling Stock Specialist to oversee the design development, integration, and testing of rolling stock systems for a major rail infrastructure program here in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in metro cars' sub-systems, design review, and integration testing, ensuring seamless coordination with other major rail systems.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design Development Oversight: Oversee the design development of metro car sub-systems, including car body, traction motors, brakes, doors, HVAC, passenger information systems, and other critical components.

• Design Review: Perform detailed reviews of the manufacturer's design submissions to ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and project requirements specific to metro cars.

• System Integration: Ensure the integration of metro cars with other major sub-systems, such as Automatic Train Control (ATC), Power Supply, Platform Screen Doors (PSD), Trackwork, and Communication Systems, through Interface Control Documents (ICDs).

• Testing and Commissioning: Oversee integration testing and commissioning of metro cars at the site, ensuring system functionality, performance, and safety.

• Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the design, development, and testing phases.

• Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to ensure metro car reliability and operational efficiency.

• Reporting: Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and updates for senior management and stakeholders.

• Continuous Improvement: Promote innovation, safety culture, and operational excellence across all metro car functions.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Rail Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in rolling stock engineering, design, or integration, with a focus on metro cars and their sub-systems (e.g., car body, traction motors, brakes, doors, HVAC, etc.).

• PMC/Consultant experience in addition to the Rolling Stock Manufacturer's experience is preferred.

• Proven experience in design review and integration of metro cars with other major rail sub-systems (e.g., ATC, Power, PSD, Trackwork, Communication Systems).

• Strong knowledge of metro car lifecycle management, reliability engineering, and system integration.

• Familiarity with metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory compliance.

• International experience on large infrastructure projects is preferred.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination skills.

• Ability to work effectively in complex, fast-paced environments.

• Proven track record of client-facing roles, including delivering presentations, managing expectations, and resolving technical challenges collaboratively.

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