Power & SCADA Design Expert (Rail)
On-siteDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
Lead the design and engineering of railway power supply systems, including traction and auxiliary power systems for Metro, Railway, High-Speed Rail, Light Rail Transit, and Automated People Mover projects. Develop system architecture, single-line diagrams, design calculations, technical specifications, and engineering documentation while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across signalling, communications, track, civil, structural, MEP, and systems integration disciplines. Ensure compliance with international railway standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations throughout design reviews, testing, commissioning planning, and system integration activities. This role supports upcoming major rail infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates for Surbana Jurong, a global consultancy shaping sustainable mobility solutions across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control & Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in railway power supply system design, SCADA engineering, and electrical systems integration
- Proven experience delivering Metro, Railway, High-Speed Rail (HSR), Light Rail Transit (LRT), or Automated People Mover (APM) projects
- Strong knowledge of railway traction power systems, auxiliary power distribution, substations, SCADA architecture, electrical protection systems, and control systems
- Experience preparing detailed engineering designs, technical specifications, calculations, and interface documentation
- Familiarity with international railway standards such as IEC, IEEE, EN, and other relevant industry codes
- Strong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination within complex rail infrastructure projects
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working within international engineering consultancy environments
- UAE or GCC project experience
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