Rail Signalling: Point Machine Install & T&C Engineer

Siemens Mobility; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility UAE is seeking a Point Machine Installation & T&C Engineer to join our UAE team. You will install, test, and commission railway turnout equipment and related systems, including Siemens ELS 710 and S700K point machines and ELP 319 detectors, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams on site.

Role requires 5+ years in railway signalling, strong problem-solving, and fluency in English. You will ensure safety, quality, and timely handover per project procedures and contribute

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in railway signalling installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Proven practical experience with Siemens ELS 710 or S700K point machines.
• Hands-on experience with ELP 319 point detectors and point locking systems.
• Practical knowledge of point machine installation, mechanical alignment, throw adjustment, locking, detection, wiring, and functional testing.
• Experience working on railway signalling projects, including metro, mainline, or high-speed rail environments.
• Good knowledge of railway turnout systems, signalling interfaces, interlocking systems, and railway testing and commissioning procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, installation drawings, technical specifications, and testing procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults effectively.
• Knowledge of railway safety, quality, and installation standards.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary site teams and contractors.
• Willingness to work on project sites and support installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities as required.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Install, adjust, align, and maintain railway point machines, including Siemens ELS 710 and S700K systems, per procedures and project requirements.
• Install, adjust, and test ELP 319 point detectors and point locking systems, ensuring correct mechanical and electrical functionality.
• Perform wiring inspections, continuity checks, insulation checks, and functional testing of point machine and detection circuits.
• Carry out point machine setup and throw adjustment activities, including verification of correct locking, detection, and end-position conditions.
• Execute Testing & Commissioning activities in accordance with project procedures, test specifications, and railway safety requirements.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical inspections to verify installation, alignment, wiring, and operational performance of turnout equipment.
• Troubleshoot point machine, detection, locking, and signaling interface faults and support root-cause analysis.
• Verify interfaces between point machines, point detectors, and railway signaling/interlocking systems during testing.
• Supervise and coordinate minor civil works related to point machine installation, including precast foundation preparation and installation.
• Prepare and maintain installation, testing, inspection, and commissioning documentation; prepare detailed test reports, inspection records, and commissioning records for handover.
• Coordinate with engineering, installation, testing, signalling, civil, and other project teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure all activities comply with railway safety, quality, technical, and operational requirements.

Skills

Railway signalling

Electrical drawings

Testing & Commissioning

Site coordination

Fluent English

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications Diploma

Tools

Siemens ELS 710

Siemens S700K

ELP 319 detectors

Job description

Siemens Mobility UAE is seeking a Point Machine Installation & T&C Engineer to join our UAE team. You will install, test, and commission railway turnout equipment and related systems, including Siemens ELS 710 and S700K point machines and ELP 319 detectors, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams on site.

Role requires 5+ years in railway signalling, strong problem-solving, and fluency in English. You will ensure safety, quality, and timely handover per project procedures and contribute