Power & SCADA Design Expert (Rail)

SJ Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong Group is seeking an experienced Power & SCADA Design Expert to support major rail and transportation projects in the United Arab Emirates. You will lead the design, engineering, and integration of railway power supply and SCADA systems to ensure safe, reliable operation of modern rail networks.

The role requires 10–15 years in railway power supply design, SCADA engineering, and multidisciplinary coordination, with familiarity with IEC/IEEE/EN standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control & Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10–15 years of railway power supply system design, SCADA engineering, and electrical systems integration.
• Proven experience delivering Metro, Railway, HSR, LRT, or APM projects.
• Strong knowledge of railway traction power systems, substations, SCADA architecture, protection systems, and control systems.
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, EN standards and multidisciplinary coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of railway power supply systems, including traction and auxiliary power systems.
• Develop Power & SCADA designs for Metro, Railway, High-Speed Rail (HSR), LRT, and APM projects.
• Prepare system architecture, single-line diagrams, design calculations, technical specifications, and documentation.
• Coordinate with signalling, communications, track, civil, structural, MEP, and systems integration teams.
• Ensure compliance with international standards and client requirements.

Skills

Railway power systems

SCADA engineering

Electrical systems integration

Interface coordination

IEC/IEEE/EN standards

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Power Systems Engineering

Electronics Engineering

Job description

• A global multidisciplinary consultancy with 16,500+ professionals across 40+ countries
• Delivering world-class transportation, infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions
• Be part of shaping the future of sustainable mobility through innovative rail systems

• A global multidisciplinary consultancy with 16,500+ professionals across 40+ countries
• Delivering world-class transportation, infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions
• Be part of shaping the future of sustainable mobility through innovative rail systems

About SJ Group

Surbana Jurong Group is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm. With a strong presence across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, we deliver integrated solutions across the entire project lifecycle—from planning and design to delivery and asset management.

Our Transportation business continues to support major rail, metro, airport, and infrastructure projects across the Middle East, helping deliver safe, sustainable, and future-ready mobility solutions.

About The Role

We are inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced professionals for the position of Power & SCADA Design Expert to support upcoming major rail and transportation infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, engineering, and integration of railway power supply and SCADA systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of modern rail networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of railway power supply systems, including traction and auxiliary power systems.
• Develop Power & SCADA system designs for Metro, Railway, High-Speed Rail (HSR), Light Rail Transit (LRT), and Automated People Mover (APM) projects.
• Prepare system architecture, single-line diagrams, design calculations, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including signalling, communications, track, civil, structural, MEP, and systems integration disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with international railway standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in interface management, design reviews, testing and commissioning planning, and system integration activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control & Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in railway power supply system design, SCADA engineering, and electrical systems integration.
• Proven experience delivering Metro, Railway, High-Speed Rail (HSR), Light Rail Transit (LRT), or Automated People Mover (APM) projects.
• Strong knowledge of railway traction power systems, auxiliary power distribution, substations, SCADA architecture, electrical protection systems, and control systems.
• Experience preparing detailed engineering designs, technical specifications, calculations, and interface documentation.
• Familiarity with international railway standards such as IEC, IEEE, EN, and other relevant industry codes.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination within complex rail infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within international engineering consultancy environments is highly desirable.
• UAE or GCC project experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join SJ?

Join a global multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, resilient, and future-ready transportation systems across more than 40 countries. Work alongside industry-leading professionals and contribute to landmark rail and infrastructure projects that are transforming mobility across the region.

Additional Information

All recruitment activities are managed exclusively by our internal Talent Acquisition Team.

Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ employees or hiring managers. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and are not responsible for any associated fees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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!