EOI - Track Engineer

Dubai Branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong Group (SJ Group) invites expressions of interest for a Track Engineer in a confidential metro rolling stock project in Dubai. This full-time UAE-based role requires GCC experience and preference to candidates with RTA project exposure.

The ideal candidate will review design, supervise installation, and ensure quality control of metro track works across embedded ballasted and slab track systems, adhering to RTA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in metro/rail track design and construction.
• Knowledge of UIC/AREMA standards and track work best practices.
• Previous GCC metro/rail experience essential; RTA project familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify track alignment cross-sections and interface drawings.
• Monitor track construction activities including welding installation and tamping.
• Conduct quality checks and support resolution of site non-conformances.
• Coordinate with civil rolling stock and systems teams on interfaces.
• Assist in preparing as-built documentation test plans and handover files.

Skills

Track design

Quality control

Site coordination

Communication

Education

MSc/BSc in Civil or Railway 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 Track Engineer will support the design review installation supervision and quality control of metro track works. This includes embedded ballasted and slab track systems ensuring compliance with specifications standards and RTA requirements throughout all phases of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify track alignment cross-sections and interface drawings
• Monitor track construction activities including welding installation and tamping
• Conduct quality checks and support resolution of site non-conformances
• Coordinate with civil rolling stock and systems teams on interfaces
• Assist in preparing as-built documentation test plans and handover files

Requirements:

• MSc/BSc in Civil or Railway Engineering
• Minimum 15 years experience in metro/rail track design and construction
• Knowledge of UIC/AREMA standards and relevant track work best practices
• Previous GCC metro/rail experience is essential; RTA project familiarity preferred
• Strong communication site coordination and quality control experience

Why Join Us

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