Senior Architecture Engineer -Metro project
Summary
Leads architectural design for Cairo Metro stations, coordinating MEP systems, finishes, wayfinding, and fire safety while ensuring compliance with local codes and Employer Requirements.
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.
Context
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Architectural Engineer to lead architectural detailing, space coordination, finishes, wayfinding/signage compliance, fire and life safety, and spatial integration across Cairo Metro Line 1 stations and technical facilities. The role requires close coordination with multi-system engineering teams and adherence to Employer Requirements.
Missions/Main Duties
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the architectural design and documentation packages, ensuring seamless integration of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and CBTC/telecom installations within existing station architectures.
- Oversee the development and submittal of architectural layout drawings, material specifications, finishes, and interior coordination details.
- Manage the execution of signage, wayfinding, graphic standards, and accessibility criteria.
- Review and coordinate Combined Services Drawings (CSD) and architectural interfaces with the Employer (NAT), the Engineer, and interfacing parties.
- Ensure compliance with fire protection, life safety standards, and local municipal codes applicable to underground and surface metro stations.
- Perform site inspections and supervise site activities
- Review BIM models.
Profile/Skills
Required Prequalifications & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of professional architectural experience, with experience in large-scale public transit, rail stations, or major infrastructure developments.
- Technical Competencies:
- Demonstrated expertise in station architectural retrofitting, interior finishes, space planning, and multi-service integration (CSD coordination).
- Comprehensive knowledge of international and local building codes, fire safety regulations, and accessibility/wayfinding design standards for public transportation facilities.
- Proficiency in BIM (Building Information Modelling) and standard architectural design software.
- The ability to develop and review Fire compartmentalization and civil defence reports.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, multi-disciplinary coordination skills, and exceptional technical writing and submittal management experience.
Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.