Railway Safety Engineer

RINA is currently recruiting for a Railway Safety Engineer to join its office in Mumbaiwithin the  Electronics and System Engineering  Division.

Mission

The Railway Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring that railway systems, infrastructure, rolling stock, and operations comply with all applicable safety standards and regulations. The role involves identifying, analyzing, and mitigating safety risks throughout the lifecycle of rail projects in line with industry standards such as EN 50126 , EN 50129 , EN 50128 , and national railway safety regulations.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement railway safety strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety assessments including Hazard Identification (HAZID) , Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) , Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) , and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) .
• Lead the preparation and review of Safety Cases and Safety Justification Reports in accordance with EN 50129 and other relevant standards.
• Support risk management processes by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with design, systems, RAM, and operations teams to integrate safety requirements into the design and operational phases.
• Perform safety audits, inspections, and compliance checks on railway systems, infrastructure, and processes.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, certification authorities, and clients to ensure project safety deliverables meet statutory requirements.
• Monitor and analyze safety performance data, incident reports, and lessons learned to improve safety practices.
• Support safety training and awareness programs for project teams and operational staff.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging safety technologies.

Education

Master’s Degree in Electronic / TLC Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Qualifications

Competencies

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68 / 99.