Senior Rail Engineer

The Company
ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) is part of the global steel giant ArcelorMittal, committed to leading the way in steel production with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and leadership.  The AML project is unique to ArcelorMittal’s mining portfolio in that this was the first greenfield mine the company operated. 
 
ArcelorMittal mine, Mount Gangra, is considered one the most beautiful mining environments in the world. It consists of a massive deposit of good-quality iron ore and is situated near the town of Yekepa. Iron ore is then transported to nearby Tokadeh, also in the Nimba mountain range. From Tokadeh the ore is transported by rail to Buchanan for eventual shipment out of Liberia.
 
ArcelorMittal currently undergoing a massive Phase II expansion project which is set to be a game changer. The project, with a capacity of 15 million tonnes of iron ore concentrate, is making steady progress and is expected to be commissioned in Q4 2024.  The project consists of a state-of-the-art concentrator plant along with augmentation of the existing rail and port infrastructure to support the production and shipping of concentrated ore. The project will also have a positive impact on the local economy, with significant infrastructure upgrades, including road development, being taken up as part of the project.
 
Join us at ArcelorMittal Liberia, where your work will contribute to redefining steel for a new generation, driving innovation, and embracing diversity.
 
The Role
A Senior Railway Engineer is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of railway systems and infrastructure. This role involves ensuring that all projects comply with safety standards, are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the technical and operational requirements. The Senior Railway Engineer works closely with various stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to deliver high-quality railway engineering solutions
 
The Key Responsibilities
Design and Engineering

• Oversee the design and development of railway infrastructure, including tracks, bridges, tunnels, and signaling systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new projects.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical evaluations.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage railway engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and on-budget project delivery.

 Maintenance:

• Oversee routine inspections, repairs, and upgrades of railway systems.
• Manage emergency response plans and coordinate with relevant teams during incidents.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Facilitate training and professional development programs for the engineering team.
• Lead technical reviews, audits, and quality assurance processes.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Manage project budgets and resources effectively.
• Monitor project expenditures and implement cost-control measures.
• Report on financial performance and project status to senior management.
• Identify and mitigate any financial risks or issues.
• Ensure optimal use of resources and cost-effective solutions.

Railway maintenance:

• Track availability: percentage of the time that the railway stayed available for use.
• Speed restrictions: Quantity, length and deadline for lifting restricted speeds imposed on the railway.
• Maintenance schedule adherence: Percentage of maintenance tasks planned and completed on time.
• Track defect rate: Number of track defects identified by the ENSCO equipment and corrected per kilometer of track.
• Maintenance cost per Kilometer: total maintenance expenditure divided by the total kilometers of track.
• Response time to incidents: average time taken to respond to incidents occurred (derailments, broken rails etc.)

Equipment reliability:

• Mean time between failures (MTBF) for maintenance equipment.

Railway Operations:

• Total tonnes transported in the period.
• Average cycle time of trains in the period.
• Accident/Incident rate: number of accidents or incidents per million train kilometers.
• Average speed of trains.
• Fuel Efficiency: fuel consumption per train kilometer.
• Rolling Stock Utilization Rate.
• On-time departure and arriving rate: percentage of trains departing on schedule.

 
The Requirements

• Bachelor or preferably a master’s degree in civil engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical
• Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in railway engineering or a related field, with a proven track record
• of leading and managing large-scale railway projects.
• Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in
• civil engineering and post-graduation degree
• Proficiency in the use of engineering software.

 
The Rewards
The position offers a 2-year contract with a competitive remuneration package on single status with a 7-3 FIFO roster. 
Full accommodation is provided on-site, including secure facilities and meals.
 
Contact Us
Please apply directly by submitting your resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document