Summary
Surbana Jurong is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Signalling Design Experts for upcoming rail and transportation projects in the UAE. The role involves leading railway signalling design, preparing technical documentation, coordinating interfaces with other rail systems, and supporting reviews, safety assessments, testing and commissioning planning. Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree and 10–15 years of railway signalling design experience, with knowledge of systems such as CBTC and ETCS and applicable railway standards. The position is listed in Dubai; salary and visa conditions are not stated.
The posting
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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 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.
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.
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