EOI - Traction Power Engineer

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Traction Power Engineer in Dubai. The ideal candidate will oversee design, integration, and commissioning of traction power supply systems. Requires MSc/BSc in Electrical or Power Engineering and 15+ years of experience in metro/rail projects, preferably in the GCC. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Dynamic workplace

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in traction power systems for metro/rail projects.
• Strong experience in high voltage installations and design.
• Prior experience on GCC projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews of traction substations and distribution networks.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of traction power infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with RTA and international standards.

Skills

Experience in traction power systems

Power systems design

High voltage installations

Interface management

Proficiency with ETAP, PSCAD

Education

MSc/BSc in Electrical or Power Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

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Apply locations Dubai time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: October 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR111731

SJ Overview: Surbana Jurong Group (SJ Group) is a global multidisciplinary urban, infrastructure and managed services consultancy, headquartered in Singapore. With over 16,000 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 Traction Power Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end design, integration, and commissioning of traction power supply systems. This role ensures reliable power delivery to all rolling stock and supports overall system safety, availability, and performance throughout execution and DLP phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design reviews, system sizing, and configuration of traction substations and distribution networks
• Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of traction power infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with RTA and international standards (IEC, IEEE)
• Conduct interface coordination with SCADA, OCS, and rolling stock teams
• Support power system analysis, failure mode assessments, and mitigation planning

Requirements:

• MSc/BSc in Electrical or Power Engineering
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in traction power systems for metro/rail projects
• Strong experience in power systems design, high voltage installations, and interface management
• Prior experience on GCC projects is essential; RTA project background is preferred
• Proficiency with tools such as ETAP, PSCAD, or similar is an advantage

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 doesn’t 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!

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