Signalling Design Expert (Rail)

Jurong International; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Jurong International seeks a Signalling Design Expert to lead the design and integration of railway signalling systems for major rail projects in the United Arab Emirates. You will develop architectures, prepare layouts, interface specifications and technical reports while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The candidate should hold an Engineering degree and have 10–15 years of railway signalling design experience, with CBTC/ETCS knowledge and RAMS familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics/Communications/Control Systems/Computer/Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10–15 years of railway signalling design experience including Metro/Mainline/HSR/LRT/APM projects.
• Strong knowledge of CBTC, ETCS, Interlocking, ATP, ATO, ATS and wayside signalling systems.
• Experience preparing signalling design documentation, interface specifications, engineering calculations and technical reports.
• Familiarity with RAMS principles, functional safety, and EN 50126/50128/50129, IEC, IEEE, and related standards.
• UAE or GCC project experience is preferred; excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of railway signalling systems for Metro, Mainline, HSR, LRT and APM projects.
• Prepare signalling design documentation including layouts, control tables, interface documents, scheme plans and technical specifications.
• Develop signalling system architecture and ensure compliance with safety and performance requirements.
• Coordinate signalling interfaces with telecommunications, SCADA, traction power, track, rolling stock and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with international standards, client requirements and regulations.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard analyses, safety assessments, testing and commissioning planning.
• Review consultant and contractor submissions for technical compliance and quality.
• Identify technical risks and propose engineering solutions across the project lifecycle.
• Support client meetings, technical workshops and design presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence.

Skills

CBTC

ETCS

Interlocking

ATP

ATO

ATS

Wayside signalling

Education

Engineering degree

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 systemsWe are inviting Expressions of Interest EOI from experienced professionals for the position of Signalling 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 development and integration of railway signalling systems ensuring safe reliable and efficient operation of modern rail networks

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of railway signalling systems for Metro Mainline Railway High-Speed Rail HSR Light Rail Transit LRT and Automated People Mover APM projects
• Prepare signalling design documentation including signalling layouts control tables interface documentation scheme plans and technical specifications
• Develop signalling system architecture and ensure compliance with operational safety and performance requirements
• Coordinate signalling interfaces with telecommunications SCADA traction power track rolling stock PSD and other multidisciplinary systems
• Ensure compliance with international railway standards client requirements and applicable regulations
• Participate in design reviews hazard identification workshops safety assessments testing and commissioning planning and system integration activities
• Review consultant and contractor submissions to ensure technical compliance and quality
• Identify technical risks and recommend engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle
• Support client meetings technical workshops and design presentations
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across project teams

Requirements

• Bachelor s or Master s Degree in Electronics Engineering Communications Engineering Control Systems Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 15 years of railway signalling design experience including design delivery for Metro Mainline Railway High-Speed Rail HSR Light Rail Transit LRT or Automated People Mover APM systems
• Strong knowledge of railway signalling principles including CBTC ETCS Interlocking ATP ATO ATS and wayside signalling systems
• Experience preparing signalling design documentation interface specifications engineering calculations and technical reports
• Familiarity with railway RAMS principles functional safety and international railway standards such as CENELEC EN 50126 EN 50128 EN 50129 IEC IEEE and other relevant industry standards
• 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 Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Communications Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.Minimum 10 15 years of railway signalling design experience, including design delivery for Metro, Mainline Railway, High-Speed Rail (HSR), Light Rail Transit (LRT), or Automated People Mover (APM) systems.Strong knowledge of railway signalling principles, including CBTC, ETCS, Interlocking, ATP, ATO, ATS, and wayside signalling systems.Experience preparing signalling design documentation, interface specifications, engineering calculations, and technical reports.Familiarity with railway RAMS principles, functional safety, and international railway standards such as CENELEC (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129), IEC, IEEE, and other relevant industry standards.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.