Engineer - Systems Assurance at AECOM · Fujairah

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Join us. jobDescription We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Engineer - Systems Assurance to join our team in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and compliance of our critical systems through comprehensive testing, validation, and quality assurance processes. You will work collaboratively with engineering and operations teams to identify risks, implement solutions, and maintain the highest standards of system integrity. Ensure civil works for rail infrastructure comply with systems assurance principles, including safety, reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAMS) throughout the project lifecycle. Implement and manage assurance processes in line with railway standards. Develop and maintain the Systems Assurance Plan covering design, construction, testing, and commissioning phases. Ensure full requirements traceability from employer requirements through design, construction, and final handover. Review civil design submissions to ensure compliance with safety-in-design and operational safety requirements for rail systems. Coordinate closely with track, signaling, MEP, utilities, and systems teams to manage civil interface requirements. Conduct and support hazard identification (HAZID), risk assessments, and safety analysis for civil railway assets (stations, viaducts, tunnels, trackworks). Ensure implementation of Verification & Validation (V&V) processes for all civil deliverables and construction activities. Monitor compliance with railway authority standards. Review Method Statements, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and assurance deliverables for compliance with system safety requirements. Participate in design and construction safety audits, assurance audits, and site surveillance activities. Track and close out safety-related non-conformances, audit findings, and assurance observations. Ensure proper management of design changes through configuration control and impact assessment on safety and performance. Support integration of civil works with railway systems during testing, integration, and commissioning stages. Verify that construction activities do not compromise operational safety, track geometry stability, or long-term durability. Ensure implementation of risk mitigation measures identified during safety and assurance studies. Support incident investigation and root cause analysis for civil-related safety or quality issues. Maintain assurance registers including risk logs, compliance matrices, and traceability records. Assist in preparation of safety cases, assurance evidence, and certification dossiers for handover to the client. Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and client representatives to ensure assurance requirements are clearly understood and implemented on site. Contribute to final system acceptance, operational readiness reviews, and handover of civil railway assets. qualifications Minimum 5 years of professional experience in systems assurance, quality engineering, or related technical field Expereince working on freight facilities additionalInformation At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.