EOI - OCS / SCADA / Communication Engineer

Dubai Branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced OCS / SCADA / Communication Engineer to lead the technical delivery and coordination of essential systems for a metro project. The ideal candidate must have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering and at least 15 years of relevant experience, particularly on GCC-based rail projects. Strong coordination, reporting, and interface management skills are critical for success in this role. Join us in making a positive impact with your expertise!

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in rail/metro OCS SCADA and communication systems.
• Proven track record on GCC-based metro/rail projects; RTA experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, IEEE and EN.

Responsibilities

• Manage design implementation and testing of OCS SCADA and telecom systems.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and OEMs to align interfaces.
• Ensure systems meet RTA requirements safety standards and operational KPIs.
• Conduct technical reviews, interface assessments, and performance validations.
• Support integration of control systems into the central operational architecture.

Skills

Coordination skills

Interface management

Strong reporting abilities

Education

MSc/BSc in Electrical, Electronics or Systems Engineering

Job description

SJ Overview: Surbana Jurong Group (SJ Group) is a global multidisciplinary urban infrastructure and managed services consultancy headquartered in Singapore. With over 16000 employees across 120 offices worldwide SJ Group is committed to shaping cities into sustainable and smart environments. Our presence in the Middle East is anchored by our contribution to large-scale infrastructure and transport projects across the GCC.

We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest for the following roles as part of a confidential metro rolling stock consultancy bid project in Dubai. All positions are full-time UAE-based and require strong GCC experience with preference given to candidates with RTA project exposure.

About the Role

The OCS / SCADA / Communication Engineer will lead the technical delivery and coordination of Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS) Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and communications subsystems. The role is integral to ensuring successful integration across various rolling stock and infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage design implementation and testing of OCS SCADA and telecom systems
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and OEMs to align interfaces
• Ensure systems meet RTA requirements safety standards and operational KPIs
• Conduct technical reviews interface assessments and performance validations
• Support integration of control systems into the central operational architecture

Requirements

• MSc/BSc in Electrical Electronics or Systems Engineering
• Minimum 15 years experience in rail/metro OCS SCADA and communication systems
• Proven track record on GCC-based metro/rail projects; RTA experience is highly desirable
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC IEEE and EN
• Strong coordination reporting and interface management skills

Why Join Us

At Surbana Jurong we bring together talent teamwork innovation and a dynamic workplace to solve complex challenges creatively and collaboratively. Be part of a global multidisciplinary consultancy where your ideas and expertise are valued and rewarded.

All recruitment activities go through our recruitment function and currently this role doesnt require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ Group

At Surbana Jurong we put talent hard work teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!