Principal Engineer (Hybrid/ Remote) in Birmingham

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We are a global network of experts working with clients, communities, and colleagues to develop and implement innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. From high-speed rail systems to sustainable urban transit, we are at the forefront of shaping the future of transportation.

Here's what you'll do: We are seeking a Principal Rail RAMS Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative rail team. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape RAMS strategies across high-profile rail projects, ensuring the highest standards of reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety.

• Lead the development and implementation of RAMS strategies for rail projects.
• 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.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work on world-class rail projects that transform communities and improve lives.
• Access to AECOM's global knowledge network and state-of-the-art tools, including proprietary systems like RailEST and TAMP.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Engineering or a related field, with a focus on rail systems or safety engineering.
• Extensive experience in RAMS engineering within the rail or transportation sector.
• A commitment to driving sustainable and innovative solutions in rail engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartered Status, Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent through professional bodies such as: Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) or Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
• RAMS-Specific Certifications, Certification in RAMS methodologies, such as: Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) by ASQ, IEC 61508 or EN 50126/50128/50129 standards training, Functional Safety Certification (e.g., TÜV Rheinland or TÜV SÜD).
• Health and Safety Certifications, NEBOSH or similar health and safety qualifications and knowledge of ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management).

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.