Rail Signalling (CBTC) Specialist - Philippines

EWI Recruitment; Philippines; On-site; PHP 7,006,000 - 8,407,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi Recruitment, on behalf of a leading international engineering consultancy, seeks a senior Rail Signalling Expert for a major Philippines project. The role focuses on CBTC systems, installation, testing and commissioning, with extensive oversight across delivery stages.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in railway signalling, 20+ years overall, and experience on large international projects. Attractive, tax-free monthly salary reflects seniority and global exposure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Railway Engineering or related discipline.
• 20+ years of overall professional experience.
• 15+ years of railway signalling experience.
• Proven CBTC experience across installation, construction supervision, testing and commissioning.
• Experience on at least one signalling package valued at USD 30 million or greater.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and specialist support for railway signalling installation, construction supervision, testing and commissioning.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with project specs and international standards.
• Review signalling designs, construction methodologies, testing procedures and commissioning documentation.
• Support stakeholders throughout implementation and project delivery.
• Assist in knowledge transfer, training and capacity-building initiatives.

Skills

CBTC experience

Railway signalling

Project oversight

Engineering leadership

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Railway Engineering degree

Job description

Rail Signalling (CBTC) Expert - Philippines

ewi Recruitment, on behalf of a leading international engineering consultancy, is seeking an experienced Signalling Expert to support the delivery of a major railway project in the Philippines.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior railway signalling professional to join a high-profile, internationally funded rail programme involving advanced signalling and train control systems on one of the largest railway developments in Southeast Asia.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and specialist support for railway signalling installation, construction supervision, testing and commissioning activities.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with project specifications and international railway standards.
• Review signalling designs, construction methodologies, testing procedures and commissioning documentation.
• Support project stakeholders throughout implementation and project delivery.
• Assist in knowledge transfer, training and capacity-building initiatives.

Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Railway Engineering or a related discipline.
• 20+ years of overall professional experience.
• 15+ years of railway signalling experience.
• Strong experience across railway signalling systems delivery.
• Proven CBTC experience, including installation, construction supervision, testing and commissioning.
• Experience on at least one railway project involving a signalling package valued at USD $30 million or greater.
• Demonstrated experience managing or overseeing complex railway signalling works through delivery and commissioning phases.

Highly Desirable

Candidates with the following experience will be viewed favourably:

• Knowledge and practical experience of ERTMS / ETCS, particularly ETCS Level 2 systems.
• Experience working on ODA-funded, JICA-funded, World Bank, ADB or other internationally financed transportation projects.
• Previous involvement in training, mentoring or technical capacity-building programmes.
• International railway project experience, particularly within Asia.

Package

The salary will be between $10-12,000 per month tax free and expected to last around 3 years.

Key Words / SEO

Rail, Metro, Signalling, CBTC, Systems, Signalling, Rolling Stock, Stations, Tender evaluation, contract award, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, FIDIC, ADB, World Bank, JICA, South East Asia, Philippines

Equal Opportunity Statement

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.