Perform and review FMEA/FMECA, FTA, reliability predictions, and availability modeling
Allocate and verify RAM requirements for systems and subsystems
Support design reviews and supplier evaluations
Analyze operational data and recommend reliability improvement initiatives
Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Safety, Operations, and Maintenance teams
Benefits
Opportunity to work on major railway and transit projects
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams
Contribution to the future of transportation in Canada
Involvement in technical workshops and project reviews
Support for professional development in a critical infrastructure team
Full Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior RAM Engineer to lead Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability (RAM) activities for major railway and transit projects. The successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure railway systems meet performance, operational, and contractual requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Lead RAM engineering activities across design, testing, commissioning, and operations phases.
Perform and review FMEA/FMECA, FTA, reliability predictions, availability modeling.
Allocate and verify RAM requirements for systems and subsystems.
Support design reviews and supplier evaluations.
Analyze operational data and recommend reliability improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Safety, Operations, and Maintenance teams.
Support client meetings, technical workshops, and project reviews.
Qualifications
Bachelor's/master’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems or related discipline).
8+ years of experience in RAM/RAMS engineering, including experience in railway or transit projects.
Strong knowledge of reliability, availability, maintainability, and life-cycle engineering principles.
Experience with railway systems such as signaling, rolling stock, communications, power, or infrastructure.
Familiarity with EN 50126 and other relevant railway standards.
Knowledge on MIL-HDBK-217 FN2, NPRD,FMD, MIL-STD-1629A or similar standards.
Experience with RAM tools such as Isograph, ReliaSoft, RAM Commander, or equivalent is a must.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
Technical knowledge on main subsystems of a railway turnkey project.
Experience in reading and understanding technical requirements.
Ability to lead technical discussions and engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
Join our team and help deliver safe, reliable, and high-performing railway systems that support the future of transportation in Canada.
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
About Parsons
Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
