EMC Expert

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide technical direction and expert advice on EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration throughout all project phases

• Develop and implement EMC Management Plans, stray current control strategies, and earthing & bonding schemes in line with project requirements and international standards 

• Lead technical reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, standards, and best practices 

• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies related to EMC interference, stray current, and system performance 

• Review and approve technical specifications, design drawings, calculations, and engineering documentation 

• Apply advanced modelling and simulation tools to analyze and predict EMC, stray current, and noise & vibration performance 

• Coordinate integration of EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration requirements across all rail systems and infrastructure 

• Interface with multidisciplinary systems including signalling (ATC/CBTC), telecom, power, rolling stock, SCADA, and AFC to ensure system compatibility 

• Ensure alignment with Systems Engineering processes including requirements management, verification, and validation 

• Support integration with airport systems including passenger flow and baggage handling systems (BHS) where applicable 

• Contribute to rolling stock interface definition for express services to ensure EMC compatibility with infrastructure and systems 

• Oversee testing and commissioning activities including development of test plans, procedures, and compliance verification 

• Review and analyze test results and implement corrective actions to ensure system performance and compliance 

• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure integration and delivery within schedule and budget 

• Prepare and present technical reports, updates, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders 

• Conduct regular reviews and quality audits to ensure accuracy and consistency of engineering deliverables 

• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, methodologies, and best practices 

• Ensure effective coordination and communication across all project stakeholders and disciplines 

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from a recognized university 

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the AECO industry or relevant field 

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in EMC, stray current, earthing & bonding, and noise & vibration engineering within the rail or transportation industry 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in rail projects and/or rail operations in the GCC or internationally 

• Proven experience on large-scale metro, subway, or Express Railway infrastructure programs 

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience in managing technical scope of large-scale infrastructure projects 

• Strong knowledge of EMC standards and regulations including IEC, EN, and IEEE standards 

• Experience in advanced modelling and simulation tools for EMC and system performance analysis 

• Strong understanding of rail systems integration including signalling, telecom, power, rolling stock, and operational interfaces 

• Experience in airport integration, including passenger flow and baggage handling systems (BHS) coordination 

• Familiarity with rolling stock definition for express services and associated system interfaces 

• Understanding of passenger and baggage planning interfaces within transport hubs 

• Experience in testing and commissioning, including development and execution of test plans and validation procedures 

• Experience in client-facing or consultancy roles with strong stakeholder management capabilities 

• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and practices 

• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams 

• Understanding of project delivery processes, construction management, and large-scale program execution 

• Knowledge of budget development, cost control, and commercial considerations 

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 

• Strong communication, reporting, and presentation skills 

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Ability to interpret complex technical documents and provide clear recommendations 

• Ability to work independently and within a multi-organizational and multidisciplinary environment 

• Professional certification in EMC, Systems Engineering, or Project Management is an advantage 

• GCC experience is preferred