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Introduzione
Railways for the world of tomorrow.
Responsabilità
DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.


The job opening is located in Saudi-Arabia and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.


The Senior Engineering Manager (Back Office) serves as the central technical authority within the maintenance program. The role’s purpose is to ensure governance, consistency, and technical excellence across all inspection, maintenance, quality, and safety processes, while maintaining strict compliance with SAR standards and supporting the coordination between districts and SAR’s central technical departments. This position ensures that risks are controlled, documentation is accurate, and the maintenance program runs to the highest railway industry standards.


Responsibilities:

  • Lead the technical office, consolidating district-level plans, ITPs, and method statements; ensure alignment with SAR standards and the Safety Management System (SMS).
  • Own the integrated inspection and maintenance program (daily/periodic/emergency), ensuring TEF forms, codification, and full documentation quality.
  • Govern Maximo (SAR system) data quality and monitor KPI performance, including lifecycle tracking of corrective, urgent, and preventive work orders.
  • Approve method statements for track, turnout, level-crossing, sand-control, and structure-related works, verifying tool and equipment calibration.
  • Chair weekly HSE, quality, and progress coordination meetings with District Managers and central engineering stakeholders.
  • Manage competency requirements under SAR’s Competency Management System, ensuring training, licensing, and re-assessment of all staff.
  • Coordinate use and interpretation of mechanised inspection systems (TGIV, UT, GPR, ASIV) and ensure findings are integrated into maintenance planning.
  • Enforce contractual compliance, including equipment age rules (≤15 years), approvals, documentation standards, and audit readiness.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and other maintenance disciplines
Qualifiche
Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree (preferably civil or railway) with senior leadership experience in large-scale railway infrastructure inspection and maintenance.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-district organizations and central technical teams in a standards-driven environment.
  • Deep knowledge of SAR standards, TEF forms, inspection tolerances, and reporting procedures.
  • Strong proficiency with Maximo system or similar EAM systems for planning, tracking, and KPI management.
  • Technical understanding of mechanised inspection tools (TGIV, UT, GPR, ASIV) and ability to convert results into actionable plans.
  • Demonstrated competence in managing regulatory and contractual compliance, including documentation and audits.
  • Experience in quality management, ITP development, calibration control, and root-cause analysis.
  • Strong HSE leadership, ideally with familiarity with NEBOSH/OSHA-style systems.
  • Certification at Saudi Council of Engineers of advantage

Benefits

Attractive employment conditions​
We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.​
Intercultural teams​
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
International career opportunities​
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Mobilization & relocation support​
To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.
Professional onboarding and development​
We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.​
Work safety​
Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.​
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Note legali
In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!