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Systems Engineering Manager – Rail & Transit

San Francisco, California, United States of America | Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to join our Rail and Transit team in Los Angeles, CA. Under general direction, provides technical expertise in systems integration for diverse engineering activities throughout the assigned area of responsibility and/or companywide. May function as lead designer or technical consultant for integration projects. Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct.

Your role

  • Leads and manages multidisciplinary teams in the design, integration, and commissioning of rail and transit systems, ensuring seamless interoperability between subsystems such as signaling, train control, communications, and SCADA.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of system architectures, interface specifications, and verification and validation plans for large-scale transit projects.
  • Provides technical leadership in systems engineering processes, including requirements management, system hazard analysis, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and safety certification in accordance with industry standards (e.g., AREMA, IEEE, FRA, FTA).
  • Acts as the primary technical liaison with clients, regulatory agencies, and third-party vendors on all matters related to systems engineering and integration for rail and transit projects.
  • Defines project scope, organizes and executes assignments, and ensures that all engineering deliverables meet quality, safety, and performance standards.
  • Develops and implements systems engineering management plans, risk management strategies, and configuration management processes for complex rail and transit projects.
  • Conducts quality control checks, reviews calculations, designs, and specifications developed by design staff for accuracy and completeness, and oversees on-site inspections and remedial design work as needed.
  • Keeps abreast of state-of-the-art methods and developments in rail and transit systems engineering, and recommends changes or improvements to engineering plans and programs.
  • May function as the project manager for routine to complex rail and transit systems engineering projects, including responsibilities for marketing, contract negotiation, budgeting, financial management, schedule coordination, and resource allocation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, particularly those related to rail and transit systems engineering and integration.
  • Complexity: Work involves coordination, research and problem solving on a variety of engineering projects with unique or controversial problems, the solution of which has an important effect on major organization programs.
  • Decision making: Supervision received is essentially administrative, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Acts independently on technical matters relating to his/her field.
  • Work direction given to other: Supervises and/or coordinates with other senior professionals and support staff.
  • Internal contacts: Interfaces with senior technical professionals, technical managers, and administrative staff and managers as necessary.
  • External contacts: Represents the organization in conferences with clients, prospective clients, and regulatory agencies.
Transportation Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-143480

Salary range

-

About you

  • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. M.S. or graduate-level technical coursework preferred.

  • P.E. license is Required.
  • 15 to 20 years of experience in rail/transit systems environments.
  • 10 or more years of experience focused on systems engineering and integration for rail and transit projects.
  • Strong technical writing and communications skills, proven through technical presentations, technical papers, and/or participation in technical committees.
  • Demonstrated expertise in train control, signaling, and related safety-critical systems.
  • Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., AREMA, IEEE, FRA, FTA) and safety certification processes.
  • Competencies: General Competencies expected of all Professionals and Managers are as follows: Client Service, Commitment, Communication, Innovation & Continuous Improvement, Professionalism, Quality, and Teamwork.
  • Other: Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to visit project sites if necessary. Job also requires ability to plan, prioritize and review project plans and documents, evaluate alternatives, and select appropriate solutions.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $101,900-$168,800 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City. AtkinsRéalis believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products; accessing confidential information and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other AtkinsRéalis employees and interacting with AtkinsRéalis clients including government property or ports.

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