Assistant Systems Engineer Jobs in Bothell, WA (NOW HIRING)

Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We collaborate with public and private sector clients to unlock the transformative potential of railways. We offer a broad range of services spanning planning, design, delivery, systems integration, assurance, safety and security assessments, and optimization of railway operation and maintenance performance to unlock the financial value for investors, asset owners, operators and maintainers, while navigating the transition to low carbon and resilient rail. You would be joining our multidisciplinary team focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that shape a better future for people and the planet.
Given our growing business, Arup is looking for a Rail Systems Engineer to join our rail team in Seattle and support a portfolio of major rail and transit infrastructure programs across the United States and Canada. The Rail Systems Engineer will primarily contribute to the delivery of current rail and transit projects, supporting technical workstreams across design development and implementation.
Reporting to our Rail Systems Assurance and RAMS Manager and supported by our Rail Systems Head, you will work with project teams of rail engineers and leadership at bid and project stages, including within a Prime Consultant environment. While there is a specific need for RAMS expertise, you will provide support and advice to multidisciplinary teams across Arup Americas Region on all rail systems and system assurance issues. This can range from leading the requirements management, interface management and assurance through detailed design for RAMS and system modelling to hazard analysis and dependability analysis.
The position offers scope for personal skill development, expanding rail systems expertise within the rail major projects environment and mentoring early careers team members. The focus will be on developing existing skills and experience in a stimulating and challenging project environment and enhancing Arup's overall systems engineering and rail capability.
The Opportunity

• Lead or undertake systems engineering and integration activities for new and upgraded rail and transit systems, including system safety and RAM activities, system architecture development, requirements management, systems integration, EMC, and software coordination.
• Lead RAMS and assurance workstreams day-to-day as part of a co-located project team, working closely with the project RAMS Manager. This will include:
  • Setup and implementation of typical System Safety and Assurance plans, models and processes
  • Setup and management of hazard analyses, Hazard Logs and other critical item lists
  • Development of ALARP/SFAIRP and SIL assessments
  • Overall systems assurance and V&V processes
• Independent review of safety activities and RAM activities performed by others.
• Work on other rail systems as needed.
• Assist Technical Project Managers and senior engineers with rail systems scopes, supporting technical delivery, interface management, and issue resolution.
• Support package-level delivery of rail systems, including design coordination, procurement support, construction support activities, and quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and consultants to support meetings and technical discussions that align systems solutions with project objectives.
• Track design actions and decisions, supporting effective communication and information flow across project teams.
• Support the preparation of bids and tenders to help win work for the Firm

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering with 8+ years of experience supporting the delivery of complex rail and transit systems within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Demonstrated experience in rail systems engineering and design coordination, including assurance activities, requirements development, standards application, and systems integration for large-scale projects.
• Understanding of system safety, RAMS, verification and validation processes, and relevant rail standards (e.g., CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE, EN), with experience applying these under senior guidance in accordance with current best practices.
• Able to demonstrate ability and experience in formulating and implementing System Engineering and Assurance plans and processes and ensuring effective communication of modern systems assurance techniques with project teams in accordance with those plans and processes.
• Familiar with railway performance modelling (including power modelling).
• Experience supporting design teams and technical workstreams, with exposure to client capital project drivers, procurement approaches, and design-build delivery (including progressive design-build) considered a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available
Seattle Hiring Range - Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in $140,000 to $160,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Seattle will differ.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
Our Application Process
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.
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