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We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.\n We are seeking a Train & Safety Integration Manager in our Sacramento, CA Office to support the CA HSR project.\nThe Rail System Design, Testing & Commissioning 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.\nThe 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.\nThis position is based in Sacramento, CA and will require relocation for any candidates outside the local area.\nSystem Design & Integration\nLead integrated rail system design across CHSR including signaling (ETCS Level 2 as applicable), telecoms, SCADA, traction power and OCS\nEnsure design alignment across multiple delivery packages (e.g., civil works, track & systems, facilities, and operations)\nProvide system-level design assurance to confirm integration, operability, maintainability, and testability\nEnsure requirements (Authority, regulatory, and contract requirements) are correctly translated into design and are testable\nOversee development and management of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and interface registers (CIL/ICD structures)\nCoordinate integration with civil infrastructure, guideway, stations, and operational systems\nTesting & Commissioning (T&C)\nDefine and manage all testing phases including FAT, SAT, Site Integration Testing (SIT), system testing, and trial running\nEstablish test acceptance criteria linked to system requirements, safety, and performance targets\nLead execution of static and dynamic testing, including high-speed test runs and operational scenario validation\nEnsure test readiness including configuration control, system availability, documentation, and access/possession planning\nManage staged commissioning strategies aligned with construction sequencing and interim operational conditions\nFRA Certification & Operational Readiness\nLead integration inputs to FRA certification process, ensuring compliance with applicable FRA regulations and guidance\nSupport development of certification deliverables, including testing evidence, safety demonstrations, and compliance documentation Data sensitivity - 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