JOB PURPOSE: 

To lead the engineering and technical oversight of rolling stock systems, ensuring high reliability, safety, and efficiency through optimized maintenance strategies, technical analysis, and cross-functional coordination. This role supports continuous improvement initiatives and compliance with international standards, integrating emerging technologies to enhance asset performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES 

Safety Scope

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable railway safety standards and regulatory requirements.

• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards associated with rolling stock systems.

• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and failure mode analyses to proactively manage risks.

• Support emergency response planning and system restoration following incidents or failures.

• Collaborate with safety teams to maintain compliance with emergency systems, fire safety, and critical safety features.

• Ensure maintenance activities align with safety documentation and operational standards.

Maximo Scope 

• Oversee and maintain asset data integrity within the EAM system (preferably IBM Maximo).

• Define and update maintenance intervals, repair authorizations, and change orders.

• Develop and validate maintenance documentation, including instructions and technical packages.

• Monitor rolling stock availability and reliability data to drive maintenance optimization.

• Determine spares and consumables requirements; define maintenance task durations and frequencies.

• Review and manage technical change requests, derogations, and trials.

• Utilize diagnostic tools and historical data to support fault investigations and resolution.

• Maintain accurate technical records and ensure documentation is current and accessible.

• Evaluate new suppliers and technologies to improve system performance and reliability.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Provide expert guidance on rolling stock systems including traction, braking, pneumatic, and auxiliary systems.

• Lead root cause analyses and investigations into failures affecting service delivery.

• Provide technical reports and support daily operational teams.

• Recommend system upgrades, retrofits, and integration of emerging technologies.

• Support the implementation of new technologies in rolling stock systems ensuring seamless system integration.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (signaling, depot, power supply, track) for aligned asset performance.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

• Fluent in English and Arabic, French is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE

• In-depth understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Maintenance strategy development and management.

• Technical documentation and document control systems.

• Familiarity with Enterprise Asset Management tools (IBM Maximo preferred).

EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in Rolling Stock engineering and/or maintenance.

• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional initiatives and driving change.

• Experience in change management environments.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES

• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.

• Effective communication across all organizational levels.

• Proven supervisory and stakeholder management skills.

• High analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Proactive problem-solver with sound judgment.

• Innovative and strategic thinker with adaptability to evolving technologies.

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.