Train & Safety Integration Manager

Egis Group•Sacramento, CA

3d•$165,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Train & Safety Integration Manager in our Sacramento, CA Office to support the CA HSR project. The Train & Safety Integration Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end system integration across the California High-Speed Rail (CHSR) program, from design assurance through testing, commissioning, and readiness for revenue service. The role ensures that all rail systems are integrated, compliant with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements, and delivered in accordance with CHSRA program objectives, supporting certification, safety assurance, and operational readiness.

Requirements

Expertise in design, integration, testing, and commissioning of high-speed rail systems
Strong understanding of FRA regulatory framework and certification processes
In-depth knowledge of rail systems including ETCS signaling, telecoms, SCADA, traction power, OCS, and rolling stock
Experience with system engineering practices including requirements management, interface management, and verification
Knowledge of testing methodologies including FAT, SAT, SIT, system testing, and trial running
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across complex, multi-contract rail programs
Strong stakeholder management skills, including coordination with Authority, contractors, and regulators
Experience managing system interfaces across large-scale infrastructure delivery programs
Ability to drive delivery across design, construction, and commissioning under program constraints
Strong capability in troubleshooting system integration and testing issues
Risk identification and mitigation planning across design and commissioning phases
Ability to make critical decisions in complex, high-pressure operational environments
0–15+ years of experience in rail or major infrastructure programs
Experience on high-speed rail or equivalent complex rail systems preferred
Demonstrated experience in system design, design assurance, and testing & commissioning
Proven experience in dynamic testing, trial running, and operational readiness
Experience working within FRA or equivalent regulatory frameworks
Professional Engineer (or equivalent) Essential
Degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline)
Project/Program Management certification (e.g., PMP) desirable

Responsibilities

Lead integrated rail system design across CHSR including signaling (ETCS Level 2 as applicable), telecoms, SCADA, traction power and OCS
Ensure design alignment across multiple delivery packages (e.g., civil works, track & systems, facilities, and operations)
Provide system-level design assurance to confirm integration, operability, maintainability, and testability
Ensure requirements (Authority, regulatory, and contract requirements) are correctly translated into design and are testable
Oversee development and management of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and interface registers (CIL/ICD structures)
Coordinate integration with civil infrastructure, guideway, stations, and operational systems
Define and manage all testing phases including FAT, SAT, Site Integration Testing (SIT), system testing, and trial running
Establish test acceptance criteria linked to system requirements, safety, and performance targets
Lead execution of static and dynamic testing, including high-speed test runs and operational scenario validation
Ensure test readiness including configuration control, system availability, documentation, and access/possession planning
Manage staged commissioning strategies aligned with construction sequencing and interim operational conditions
Lead integration inputs to FRA certification process, ensuring compliance with applicable FRA regulations and guidance
Support development of certification deliverables, including testing evidence, safety demonstrations, and compliance documentation
Ensure all systems meet FRA requirements for safety, performance, and interoperability prior to revenue service
Lead system-wide trial running to demonstrate operational readiness under realistic service conditions
Support transition to operations, including operator readiness, training interfaces, and maintenance handover
Develop and maintain integrated schedules covering design, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning activities
Align T&C activities with CHSRA program milestones, contractor delivery schedules, and phased construction strategy
Identify and manage risks related to system integration, testing, and commissioning
Ensure coordination of access, possessions, and work windows for testing activities
Provide reporting on integration status, testing progress, risks, and readiness to CHSRA leadership
Ensure compliance with FRA, FTA (where applicable), and relevant international standards (e.g., CENELEC where adopted)
Ensure design and testing activities align with CHSRA safety, security, and certification frameworks
Implement safe systems of work, testing procedures, permits, and method statements
Support safety assurance, hazard resolution, and demonstration of system safety prior to service entry
Lead coordination across CHSRA, delivery partners (e.g., TSCC contractors), designers, and system suppliers
Chair system integration workshops, design reviews, test readiness reviews (TRR), and commissioning reviews
Ensure clear interface management between contractors, avoiding gaps or overlaps in system responsibilities
Act as key interface with FRA, operators, and other regulatory stakeholders during certification and commissioning phases