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About the Role

Alstom, a global leader in smart and green mobility, is seeking an experienced E&M Interface Manager for the Riyadh Metro Line 2 Extension (RL2E) project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is responsible for defining and managing all interfaces between Electro-Mechanical (E&M) subsystems to ensure seamless integration and operational efficiency. The position requires a strong understanding of railway systems and the ability to coordinate complex technical interactions.

Reporting to the Turnkey System Project Engineering Manager (PrEM), the E&M Interface Manager will oversee the E&M Interface Engineer. The role involves extensive collaboration with internal project teams, subsystem engineers, construction managers, and external stakeholders including the customer, consortium partners, subcontractors, and consultants. A key aspect of this role will be managing the interfaces between Alstom's scope and Siemens Mobility's scope as a subcontractor for RL2E.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the System Interface management process, including interface identification, the creation of an interface matrix, and maintaining an interface register.
• Develop and coordinate Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and Interface Specifications (IS) for all subsystem pairs, ensuring timely production by both leading and contributing subsystems.
• Guarantee the consistency of all interfaces in strict accordance with contractual obligations and the overall system requirements.
• Manage the detailed definition of interfaces, ensuring agreement from all stakeholders and obtaining client approval where necessary.
• Review subsystem design documentation to confirm alignment with the agreed-upon interface definitions.
• Provide support for interface testing activities to ensure they accurately reflect the interface documentation.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Master University Degree in Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Field experience and a strong understanding of railway systems, with particular emphasis on Signaling and available E&M equipment/subsystems.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Engineering or Technical functions within railway projects.
• A good command of the English language, which is the contract language.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Railway Systems and E&M Equipment/Subsystems.
• Proficiency in Interface Management, including the System Interface Management Process.
• Experience in developing Interface Control Documents (ICD) and Interface Specifications (IS).
• Skilled in reviewing Subsystem Design Documentation.
• Capability to provide Interface Testing Support.
• Strong Negotiation skills.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires extensive collaboration and negotiation with various stakeholders.