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Principal RAMS Engineer
Principal Rail RAMS Engineer – London (Hybrid)
Company Description
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Job Title
Principal Rail RAMS Engineer (Hybrid – London-based)
About the Role
Our mission at AECOM is to deliver a better world, and we’re looking for a visionary leader to spearhead Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) strategies across high-profile rail projects. As a Principal Rail RAMS Engineer, you will shape and enforce RAMS standards, ensuring uncompromised performance, safety, and client satisfaction.
Join a team tackling some of the most ambitious and innovative transportation projects globally.
Responsibilities
As a Principal Rail RAMS Engineer, you will:
- Lead and shape RAMS strategies for rail projects—translating technical requirements into practical, high-impact solutions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, planners, safety specialists, and project managers) to embed RAMS principles into design and operational phases.
- Conduct comprehensive RAMS analyses, including:
- Hazard identification
- Risk assessments
- Failure mode analyses (FMEA/FMECA)
- Drive innovation by leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies (RAILinfra他是和Tritech, EN 50126/128/129, IEC 61508, or systems like RailEST) to optimize rail system performance.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Represent AECOM’s technical authority on RAMS-related matters, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Participate in client stakeholder discussions, providing expert RAMS guidance at all project stages.
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What We Offer
- Transformational work: Shape rail projects that firellines and improve lives across Europe & beyond. Experience the satisfaction of ground-breaking legacy projects.
- Global expertise & tools:
- Access to AECOM’s proprietary systems (e.g., RailEST, TAMP for life-cycle planning).
- Participation in global knowledge-sharing forums with specialists across rail, rail industry conferences, and cross-project learning.
- Supportive and inclusive culture:
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) initiatives are central to our mission.
- Encourage innovative thinking and constructive challenge.
- Competitive benefits:
- Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
- Hybrid working flexibility—balance between AECOM’s London offices, remote work, and client-site visits.
- Professional development:
- Opportunities to grow your RAMS expertise and leadership skills.
- Access to internal training programs and industry certifications.
- Well-being support: Holistic programs supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.
- Career growth:
- Work within a global, poverty-traded firm (Fortune 500)—access to cutting-edge technology and sector-leading opportunities.
- Earn potential to advance your senior engineering aspirations with clear progression pathways.
About You – Qualifications & Experience
We are seeking a building leader with:
Essential
- A degree in Engineering or a related field, with a focus on rail systems or safety engineering (e.g., civil/rail engineering, systems engineering).
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in RAMS engineering within the rail or transportation sector, with a proven track record of leading RAMS analyses and strategies on complex projects.
- Technical proficiency:
- In-depth knowledge of RAMS standards (EN 50126/128/129, IEC 61508, ASQ’s CRE framework) and ability to implement them in design and operations.
- Experience with RAMS tools and methodologies, ideally including French design codes, Electra signals/rolling stock codes, or compliance documentation.
- Leadership & mentorship:
- Exceptional ability to lead and interact with engineering and technical teams, including juniors, designers, and project managers.
- Proven ability to drive technical excellence while balancing stakeholder needs from rail operators, asset managers, and policymakers.
- Communication & influence: Strong written and verbal skills for international and technical reporting, enabling you to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
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Desirable
- Chartered status: Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent through professional bodies such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) or Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
- RAMS certifications:
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) through ASQ.
- Examinations training/experience in standards such as EN 50126/128/50129, IEC 61508.
- Functional Safety Certifications (e.g., TÜV Rheinland or TÜV SÜD).
- Safety certifications:
- Knowledge and application of ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) frameworks.
- NEBOSH equivalents or equivalent safety certifications.
- Industry accreditations:
- Participation in freight/Urban Rail projects, especially where RAMS techniques underpin core safety requirements (e.g., signal systems, traction systems).
Additional Information
- Disability Confident Employer: AECOM is committed to offering interviews to applicants who meet the minimum role criteria and disclose a disability or long-term condition. To apply under the scheme, contact: ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com
- EEO commitment: All personal information will be handled in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines.
- Day 1 Onboarding: Mandatory in-person onboarding at an AECOM office as a condition of employment.
AECOM at a Glance
- Global leader in linking infrastructure consulting, engineering, revivastic solutions.
- $16.1 billion revenue across transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and sustainability.
- Driven by a purpose-driven workplace, combining holistic expertise with a commitment to ED&I, environmental stewardship, and societal impact.
- Home to trusted, responsible talent empowered to challenge, innovate, and deliver scalable impact.
Join us, and unlock your potential on projects that shape the future of rail. Join a community. Drive a legacy.
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