RATP Dev, a subsidiary of the RATP Group, ensures the operation and maintenance of urban and interurban transport networks in 16 countries through over 120 subsidiaries. With over 25,000 employees and the expertise and backing of a global leader in public transportation, our subsidiaries provide performance, dynamism and reliability to our customers and passengers to their networks.

Under the supervision of the Business Development Director, the VIE Rail Systems & Fixed Infrastructure Engineer will support tender preparation and bid activities for urban and regional rail projects (Metro, Tramway and Regional Rail).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the engineering team in preparing technical inputs for urban and regional rail projects (Metro, Tram, Regional Rail).
• Assist in the collection and analysis of technical data related to railway systems and fixed infrastructure (track, stations, depots, civil works).
• Help prepare technical documentation, drawings, and compliance matrices for tender submissions.
• Support the team in reviewing system interfaces and identifying potential technical issues
• Contribute to the consistency and quality of technical content in proposals and studies.
• Participate in internal technical meetings and workshops, taking notes and following up on action items.
• Learn and apply RATP Dev engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Support coordination with other workstreams (Operations, Finance, HR, Legal) as required.

Job based in Dubaï

Start date: as soon as possible.

To become a Volontaire International en Entreprise (V.I.E.), make sure you meet the following criteria:

• Be at least 18 years old and have not yet celebrated your 29th birthday: you must be 28 at the time of your departure on assignment,
• Be of French nationality or a citizen of a European Economic Area country.
• If you are of French nationality or dual nationality, attended France's national service obligations (Numéro Identifiant Défense).
• Have a clean criminal record.
• Be able to devote 100% of your time to the assignment: no part-time work, entrepreneurship, studies, or income-generating activities are possible in parallel with your V.I.E. assignment.
• No previous work employment in Dubai

• Engineering degree (Master’s level) in one of the following disciplines  :

- Railway Engineering

- Systems Engineering

- Civil Engineering

- Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• First professional experience or strong academic background in:

- Railway systems (metro, tram, regional rail)

- Fixed infrastructure is required; operational exposure is a plus

• Basic understanding or initial experience with railway systems and their interfaces
• Knowledge of fixed infrastructure components (track, civil works, stations, depots)
• Experience or familiarity with rolling stock (MRF) would be an appreciated asset.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and system architectures
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles is an advantage

• Fluent English mandatory (working language)
• French fluent
• Arabic is a plus

• Strong analytical and structured mindset
• Curious, proactive and willing to learn
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working in project-based and deadline-driven environments