ATC Signalling Expert - Rail Systems

Parsons

Dubai

On-site

AED 110,172 - 165,258

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Parsons is looking for an ATC Signalling Expert in Dubai to lead the design and oversight of advanced train control systems for a major express railway project. The ideal candidate should have at least 15 years of experience in rail signalling systems with expertise in CBTC, ETCS, and system integration.

This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with international standards, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years of experience in ATC, CBTC, or signalling systems within the rail industry.
Minimum 10 years of experience in rail projects or rail operations, preferred in GCC.
Proven experience with high-capacity signalling systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and support design and coordination of ATC/signalling systems for the railway project.
Manage technical input related to signalling systems, control systems, and train protection.
Oversee installation and testing to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

ATC systems

CBTC signalling

ETCS

Railway signalling

Train control systems

Interlocking systems

Train protection

Track circuits

Radio systems

Cab signalling

System integration

Requirements management

Verification and validation

RAMS

HAZID

HAZOP

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Technical diploma or associate degree

Job description

ATC Signalling Expert - Rail Systems

Job Snapshot: Role: ATC Signalling Expert - Rail Systems | Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Industry: Civil Engineering | Function: Electrical‑Electronics Engineering | Experience: Minimum 15 years of ATC or CBTC signalling systems experience, including 10 years in rail projects or rail operations | Job Type: Full-time

Overview

ATC Signalling Expert - Rail Systems in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for an experienced rail signalling professional who can lead the design, coordination, installation oversight, testing, commissioning, and integration of advanced train control systems for a major express railway project. This role is suited for a senior signalling expert with strong CBTC, ETCS, interlocking, RAMS, system assurance, and multidisciplinary rail systems integration experience.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the design, development, and coordination of ATC and signalling systems for a major express railway project.
Manage technical input related to CBTC, ETCS where applicable, interlocking, train protection, control systems, track circuits, radio systems, and cab signalling.
Oversee installation and testing of ATC and CBTC systems to ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and programme requirements.
Coordinate with contractors, project teams, delivery partners, and stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate installation of signalling equipment.
Review technical specifications, design drawings, system documentation, interface requirements, and contractor submissions.
Supervise testing and commissioning activities to verify signalling system functionality, safety, reliability, and operational performance.
Identify, document, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues during installation, testing, commissioning, and system integration phases.
Maintain accurate records of contractor activities, installation progress, test results, system performance, and issue resolution.
Ensure integration of signalling systems with rolling stock, telecom, power supply, platform systems, OCC, depot systems, stations, and airport interfaces where applicable.
Support systems engineering activities including requirements definition, allocation, traceability, verification, validation, and compliance tracking.
Contribute to RAMS, system assurance, safety case development, and railway safety documentation.
Ensure compliance with EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, project safety standards, and relevant international railway requirements.
Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, risk assessments, value engineering exercises, and technical coordination workshops.
Support the preparation and review of technical specifications, employer requirements, tender documentation, and project delivery documents.
Coordinate with operators, authorities, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to secure system compatibility and approvals.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support cross‑discipline coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Ideal Profile

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related field from a recognized university.
Associate degree or technical diploma may be considered for candidates with extensive relevant experience.
Minimum 15 years of experience in ATC, CBTC, or signalling systems within the rail industry.
Minimum 10 years of experience in rail projects or rail operations, with GCC or international project experience preferred.
Proven experience with CBTC, ETCS, or equivalent high‑capacity signalling systems.
Strong hands‑on experience in installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration of signalling systems.
Experience overseeing contractor works related to electronic systems, signalling equipment, installation progress, and test activities.
Good understanding of interlocking systems, track circuits, radio systems, train protection, and cab signalling.
Strong background in systems integration and multidisciplinary interface management.
Experience in systems engineering, requirements management, verification and validation, RAMS, and system assurance.
Ability to work on large‑scale rail infrastructure programmes with complex stakeholder and operational interfaces.
Exposure to airport integration, terminal environments, or high‑demand transport hubs will be an advantage.
Professional certification or membership with a relevant engineering institute will be an advantage.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

Skills Set

ATC systems
CBTC signalling
ETCS
Railway signalling
Train control systems
Interlocking systems
Train protection
Track circuits
Radio systems
Cab signalling
Signalling design coordination
Installation oversight
Testing and commissioning
System integration
Rail systems engineering
Requirements management
Verification and validation
RAMS
System assurance
Safety case support
EN 50126
EN 50128
EN 50129
HAZID
HAZOP
Interface management
Rolling stock interface
Telecom interface
Power supply interface
OCC systems
Station interface
Airport interface
Contractor coordination
Technical specifications
Tender documentation
Risk assessment
Troubleshooting
Stakeholder coordination
Technical leadership

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers a senior technical role within Dubai's Civil Engineering and rail infrastructure sector, with involvement in a major express railway project requiring advanced signalling expertise and complex systems integration. The position is ideal for an ATC and signalling professional who wants to contribute to safe, high‑capacity rail operations, support international‑standard system assurance, and work with multidisciplinary teams on large‑scale transportation programs.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, infrastructure, and technology company delivering design, consulting, project management, and technical services across transportation, buildings, utilities, defense, environmental, and critical infrastructure sectors. In Dubai and across the Middle East, Parsons supports major public and private sector programs with innovative solutions that improve mobility, safety, resilience, sustainability, and long‑term infrastructure performance.

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