Rolling Stock Specialist (Metro/Rail) at Parsons Corporation in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Kablio

Role

Description

design oversight

design review

testing

system integration

compliance

reporting

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.
Testing and Commissioning: Oversee integration testing and commissioning of metro cars at the site, ensuring system functionality, performance, and safety.
Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to ensure metro car reliability and operational efficiency.
Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the design, development, and testing phases.
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).
Continuous Improvement: Promote innovation, safety culture, and operational excellence across all metro car functions.
Reporting: Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and updates for senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

system integration

reliability engineering

leadership

15+ years

international experience

engineering degree

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.
Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
Proven track record of client-facing roles, including delivering presentations, managing expectations, and resolving technical challenges collaboratively.
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.).
International experience on large infrastructure projects is preferred.
PMC/Consultant experience in addition to the Rolling Stock Manufacturer's experience is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Rail Engineering, or a related discipline.
Ability to work effectively in complex, fast-paced environments.
Familiarity with metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.

$6 Billion Annual

Revenue Figure

The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.

Free Space Shuttle Move

Notable Achievement

The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.

Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

Culture + Values

Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030

Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.

100% Renewable

Electricity Sourcing by 2028

A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.

90% Reduction

Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045

Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.

Net-Zero Goal

GHG Emissions by 2045

Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.

Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% increase

Diversity Representation

The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.

33% increase

Women in Leadership

Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.

50% diverse

Executive Leadership

The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.

100% score

Human Rights Campaign Index

The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.

Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.

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Role

Description

design oversight

design review

testing

system integration

compliance

reporting

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.
Testing and Commissioning: Oversee integration testing and commissioning of metro cars at the site, ensuring system functionality, performance, and safety.
Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to ensure metro car reliability and operational efficiency.
Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the design, development, and testing phases.
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).
Continuous Improvement: Promote innovation, safety culture, and operational excellence across all metro car functions.
Reporting: Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and updates for senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

system integration

reliability engineering

leadership

15+ years

international experience

engineering degree

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.
Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
Proven track record of client-facing roles, including delivering presentations, managing expectations, and resolving technical challenges collaboratively.
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.).
International experience on large infrastructure projects is preferred.
PMC/Consultant experience in addition to the Rolling Stock Manufacturer's experience is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Rail Engineering, or a related discipline.
Ability to work effectively in complex, fast-paced environments.
Familiarity with metro rail safety standards, technical specifications, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.

$6 Billion Annual

Revenue Figure

The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.

Free Space Shuttle Move

Notable Achievement

The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.

Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

Culture + Values

Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030

Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.

100% Renewable

Electricity Sourcing by 2028

A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.

90% Reduction

Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045

Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.

Net-Zero Goal

GHG Emissions by 2045

Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.

Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% increase

Diversity Representation

The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.

33% increase

Women in Leadership

Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.

50% diverse

Executive Leadership

The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.

100% score

Human Rights Campaign Index

The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.

Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.

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