Railway Operations Engineer

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis has long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a skilled Railway Operations Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join the our railway team. The successful candidate will specialize in railway operations simulation, timetable development, and network assessment, utilizing advanced tools such as RailSys and OpenTrack. This role involves optimizing rail operations, ensuring efficient timetables, and conducting network performance analyses to support high-speed, metro, passenger and freight railway projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Develop and simulate railway operations using RailSys and OpenTrack to model train movements, capacity, and performance.
• • Create and optimize timetables for passenger and freight services, ensuring a minimum 95% adherence to scheduled operations.
• • Conduct network assessments to evaluate infrastructure capacity, identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions with a detailed report.
• • Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate simulation results into operational planning, ensuring compliance with safety and efficiency standards.
• • Analyze traction power and gradient impacts on freight operations, providing simulation-based recommendations.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• • 4+ years of experience in railway operations, with proven expertise in simulation tools (RailSys, OpenTrack) and timetable development.
• • Strong knowledge of railway network assessment, including capacity planning and performance optimization.
• • Familiarity with high-speed, metro and freight railway operations.
• • Excellent analytical skills and ability to produce detailed, actionable reports under tight deadlines.
• • Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.