Yousef Kimiagar, M MSc., P.Eng., Pmp, Firse, Smieee
About Yousef Kimiagar, M MSc., P.Eng., Pmp, Firse, Smieee
Yousef Kimiagar is the Vice President of Advanced Technologies and US Rail Systems Lead at Hatch, with extensive experience in rail and transit systems management. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies and contributes to several professional organizations in the field of railway signaling and standards.
Current Role at Hatch
Yousef Kimiagar serves as the Vice President of Advanced Technologies and the US Rail Systems Lead at Hatch. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's focus on innovative solutions in the rail industry. His role involves overseeing advanced technology initiatives and leading projects related to rail systems in the United States.
Previous Experience in Rail Systems
Prior to his current position, Kimiagar held various roles in the rail systems sector. He worked at Gannett Fleming as Vice President of Transit and Rail Systems from 2017 to 2019. He also served as Principal and Director of Project Management at Delcan Corporation from 2012 to 2013. His experience includes a five-year tenure as Project Manager II at Thales Rail Signalling Solutions Inc. from 2007 to 2012 and a four-year role at ERG Transit Systems as Project Manager from 2000 to 2004.
Education and Qualifications
Kimiagar holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from IUST. He furthered his education at the University of Waterloo, earning a Master of Management Science (MMSc) from 2009 to 2011. He also completed an Executive Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Implications for Business Strategy from MIT, enhancing his expertise in integrating technology with business strategy.
Professional Affiliations and Leadership Roles
Yousef Kimiagar is actively involved in professional organizations. He serves as Chair of the IEEE CBTC/Signals Standards Committee and is the Chair of Working Group #2. He is a Board Member of the IEEE Standards Association and holds the position of Chair for the IRSE CBTC Conference. Additionally, he is recognized as a Fellow of the Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (FIRSE).
Career Timeline
Kimiagar's career spans over two decades in the rail and transit systems field. He began his career at ERG Transit Systems from 2000 to 2004, followed by roles at Alcatel-Lucent from 2004 to 2007 and Thales Rail Signalling Solutions Inc. from 2007 to 2012. He then worked at Delcan Corporation in various capacities from 2012 to 2016 before joining Gannett Fleming. His extensive experience culminated in his current role at Hatch, where he has been since 2019.