Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama Onsite

AECOM is hiring a Senior Engineering Manager-Rail Transit Systems

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager with expertise in rail transit systems to lead engineering and program management efforts for complex rail vehicle and transit systems projects. The role involves technical leadership, systems integration, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and oversight of design, procurement, testing, and commissioning activities. This position aims to strengthen the company's talent pool for future opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering efforts and provide program management oversight for rail transit systems and rail vehicle programs, including the design, procurement, and maintenance of transit vehicles and associated systems.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, while developing technical specifications, system designs, and detailed documentation for rail systems.
  • Manage and coordinate vehicle systems integration, including HVAC, electromechanical systems, friction brake systems, and communications/control systems for rail vehicles.
  • Develop and modify technical drawings, including single-line diagrams, schematics, and schedules for rail transit systems, ensuring they meet client specifications and project requirements.
  • Review and oversee the integration of signaling systems (ETCS, CBTC, PTC), train-to-ground radio systems, and communication systems (PA/CIS, fare collection, CCTV, and telephones) for both wayside and onboard operations.
  • Lead the design and commissioning of systems for rail vehicle programs, conducting reviews, providing technical support, and resolving issues related to system integration, testing, and qualification.
  • Coordinate and oversee vehicle qualification testing, First Article Inspections (FAI), and ensure compliance with all safety and performance standards.
  • Develop and execute system commissioning and testing plans for both signaling and rolling stock systems.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional engineering teams, ensuring proper integration of subsystems, and conducting regular technical meetings.
  • Direct the preparation of engineering budgets, cost estimates, schedules, and proposals to meet the technical and business requirements of complex transit systems projects.
  • Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, specifications, and validation reports, ensuring high quality, accuracy, and usability.
  • Lead client and stakeholder relationships, playing a major role in business development, proposal efforts, and technical consulting.

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in electrical systems, rail vehicle design, signaling systems, and integration.
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams.
  • Experience coordinating large projects.
  • Ability to
Required Skills
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AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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Job Details
Department DCS
Category management
Posted 2 months ago