Principal RAMS Engineer

Overview

As Principal Rail RAMS Engineer, you shape RAMS strategies across high-profile rail projects to ensure reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety. You’ll work with a cross-disciplinary team to embed RAMS into design and operations, analyze hazards, and drive performance improvements. You’ll mentor junior engineers and advocate innovative methods and tools to elevate rail system safety and efficiency. This role connects to AECOM’s mission to deliver a better world through transformative transportation solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• competitive salary and benefits
• professional development opportunities
• global knowledge network access
• state-of-the-art tools
• inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of RAMS strategies for rail projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate RAMS principles into design and operational phases
• Conduct RAMS analyses including hazard identification, risk assessments, and failure mode analysis
• Drive innovation by leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies to optimize rail system performance
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related field)
• Extensive RAMS experience in rail or transportation
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in RAMS tools and methodologies
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with experience mentoring a team
• Commitment to sustainable and innovative solutions in rail engineering
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent through professional bodies; RAMS-specific certifications (e.g., CRE, IEC 61508/ EN 50126/50128/50129, Functional Safety Certification)
• Health and Safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH) and knowledge of ISO 45001

• leadership
• mentoring
• clear communication
• RAMS tools and methodologies
• hazard identification
• risk assessment

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