Safety Assurance and Certification Manager

AtkinsRealis•Washington, DC

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About The Position

We are seeking a Safety Assurance and Certification Manager to join our Rails and Transit team in Washington, DC and San Franscico, CA. The Safety Assurance and Certification Manager is responsible for managing and implementing safety assurance processes and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Safety Certification requirements for rail transit projects. This role ensures compliance with applicable safety standards, including CENELEC EN 50126/50128/50129, and supports the development of safety cases, hazard analyses, and certification deliverables throughout the project lifecycle. 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. 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. 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. AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related field.
5+ years of experience in safety assurance or certification within rail or transit projects.
Strong knowledge of FTA Safety Certification processes and CENELEC standards (EN 50126/50128/50129).
Experience with hazard analysis techniques (FMEA, FTA, HAZOP) and safety case development.
Familiarity with RAMS and SIL allocation methodologies.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications in safety or systems assurance (e.g., CSSGB, CSM-RA, ISA experience) is preferred.
Knowledge of rail signaling systems, rolling stock, and system integration.
Proficiency in safety assurance tools and hazard log management systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the Safety and Security Certification Plan (SSCP) in alignment with FTA guidelines.
Manage certifiable elements and items lists (CEL/CIL) and track closure of safety-related requirements.
Review and verify compliance documentation, including design criteria conformance checklists, hazard analyses (PHA, OHA), and construction specification conformance checklists.
Coordinate safety certification audits and inspections during design, construction, and commissioning phases.
Prepare final safety certification packages for project completion and service activation.
Implement and maintain the Safety Assurance Management System (SAMS) for rail projects.
Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification workshops, and maintain hazard logs.
Develop and review safety cases and safety assurance documentation in compliance with CENELEC standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129).
Ensure integration of safety requirements into system design and operational processes.
Liaise with Independent Safety Assessors (ISA) and certification bodies to support verification and validation activities.
Ensure adherence to FTA, CENELEC, and other applicable safety regulations and standards.
Monitor regulatory changes and update safety assurance processes accordingly.
Provide technical guidance on RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety) principles and SIL (Safety Integrity Level) requirements.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project management teams to embed safety assurance into project delivery.
Facilitate safety reviews and certification meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate safety requirements and certification progress to senior management and regulatory authorities.