Senior Operational Control System (OCS) / SCADA Engineer

Sener; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 400,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Career development

Mentorship program

Job summary

Sener in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior Operational Control System (OCS) / SCADA Engineer to lead design review, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning across rail projects.

The role requires 10–15 years in rail systems and mandatory experience with Hitachi/Thales OCS/SCADA solutions; Dubai Metro exposure is highly desirable. Hybrid UAE work setup with multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Control Systems, Automation, or related field.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in railway systems.
• Mandatory Rail Systems experience.
• Mandatory experience with Hitachi/Thales OCS/SCADA solutions.
• Dubai Metro experience is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of railway SCADA and OCS architectures, interfaces and communications.
• Experience reviewing system designs, architectures, specifications and supplier submissions.
• Experience supporting system installation, integration, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Review OCS/SCADA designs, architectures, technical specifications, drawings, calculations and supplier documentation.
• Coordinate OCS/SCADA interfaces with Signaling, Telecommunications, Traction Power, MEP, Cybersecurity, Rolling Stock and other systems.
• Support and review OCS/SCADA installation activities to ensure compliance with designs and requirements.
• Participate in system integration, testing, commissioning and technical verification activities.
• Identify and resolve technical, interface and integration issues throughout project delivery.
• Participate in design reviews, technical workshops, interface meetings and coordination activities.
• Provide technical guidance on OCS/SCADA systems and ensure compliance with railway standards.

Skills

Rail experience

OCS/SCADA expertise

System integration

Design review

Cross-discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Control Systems

Tools

Hitachi OCS

Thales OCS

Job description

United Arab Emirates | Hybrid

Join Sener and Shape the Future of Rail Infrastructure

At Sener, we are delivering some of the region's most complex and innovative Rail & Metro projects. We are looking for a Senior Operational Control System (OCS) / SCADA Engineer to join our UAE team, providing technical expertise across design review, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning.

The role requires mandatory experience with Hitachi/Thales OCS/SCADA solutions and will involve coordinating OCS/SCADA interfaces with the wider railway system.

• Review OCS/SCADA system designs, architectures, technical specifications, drawings, calculations, and supplier documentation
• Review contractor and system integrator submissions for compliance with project requirements and technical specifications
• Coordinate OCS/SCADA interfaces with Signaling, Telecommunications, Traction Power, MEP, Cybersecurity, Rolling Stock, and other railway systems
• Support and review OCS/SCADA installation activities to ensure compliance with approved designs and technical requirements
• Participate in system integration, testing, commissioning, and technical verification activities
• Identify and resolve technical, interface, and integration issues throughout project delivery
• Participate in design reviews, technical workshops, interface meetings, and coordination activities
• Provide technical guidance on OCS/SCADA systems and ensure compliance with applicable railway standards

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or a related discipline
• 10–15 years of relevant experience
• Mandatory Rail Systems experience
• Mandatory experience with Hitachi/Thales OCS/SCADA solutions
• Experience with Dubai Metro is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of railway SCADA and OCS architectures, control systems, interfaces, and communications
• Experience reviewing system designs, architectures, technical specifications, and supplier submissions
• Experience supporting system installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
• Strong understanding of railway systems integration and applicable standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with international railway system integrators
• Dubai Metro experience
• Experience on large-scale Metro projects
• Experience across design review, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
• GCC railway project experience

Why Join Sener?

• Multinational working environment
• High-impact, large-scale Rail & Metro, Airports, Water, Stadiums, & Roads projects
• End-to-end project ownership
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Mentorship and continuous learning
• Hybrid working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Stable, long-term career with an innovative company
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact

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If you are passionate, values meaningful work, and want to be part of a company that builds items that matter.