Rolling Stock Expert

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Job Description
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Rolling Stock Expert to join our team The Rolling Stock Expert willbe responsible fordefining, specifying, and overseeing rolling stock requirements for a rail infrastructure project, ensuring alignment with operational, performance, and passenger experienceobjectives. The role will cover rolling stock from concept through design, procurement support, testing, and commissioning, ensuring full integration with rail systems and operational interfaceWhat You'll Be DoingLead the definition, development, and integration of rolling stock requirements across all project stages, from feasibility and concept design through detailed design, D&C tender support, and deliveryDevelop technical specifications and performance requirements for rolling stock, including speed, capacity, reliability, passenger comfort, and suitability for express railway operationsEnsure full integration of rolling stock with rail systems includingsignalling(ATC/CBTC), power supply, platform interface, depot facilities, OCC systems, and relevant external systems including airport-related interfaces where applicableDefine rolling stock configurations to support express railway requirements, including luggage storage, passenger and baggage planning, efficient boarding and alighting, and premium passenger experienceSupport preparation of Design and Construct tender documentation, including rolling stock technical specifications, performance criteria, and interface requirementsCoordinate interface management between rolling stock and infrastructure systems, ensuring alignment with Interface Management processes and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)Support Systems Engineering activities including requirements definition, verification, validation, and traceability for rolling stock systemsDevelop and support testing and commissioning strategies including FAT, SAT, SIT, dynamic testing, and trial operations to ensure operational readinessIdentifyand manage technical and integration risks related to rolling stock, including operational interfaces and passenger and baggage requirements, and implement mitigation measuresCoordinate with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, operators, and authorities to ensure alignment with operational, regulatory, and integration requirementsEnsure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and international rolling stock and railway standardsProvide technical leadership and support to the Project Manager and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the delivery of large-scale rail or airport-integrated projectsWhat Required Skills You'll BringRelevant Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent) from a recognized UniversityMinimum 15 years of experience in the AECO industry or relevant fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in rail projects and/or rail operations in Dubai, the GCC, and/or internationallyCertification or membership of a recognized and relevant professional institute or association is an advantageExtensive knowledge and demonstrable experience in rolling stock definition, design, and integration for large-scale rail or infrastructure projects, including express or high-performance railway systemsRelevantexpertisein rail systems, airport integration, rolling stock definition for express railway service, and passenger and baggage planningProven experience in managing both technical and management scope of complex rolling stock packages within mega rail or infrastructure projects, working closely with Project Managers and delivery teamsStrong understanding of integration between rolling stock and other rail systems includingsignalling, power, platform systems, depot, and control systemsWhat Desired Skills You'll BringFamiliarity with international standards and best practices for rolling stock design, safety, and operationsDemonstrable communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability toidentifyrisks and implement practical solutionsAbility tooperateeffectively in complex, fast-paced, multi-stakeholderenvironmentsand support delivery across all project stagesParsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.