Senior Signalling Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Egis Group scores B on the Alion truth index.
Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.
Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.
We are seeking an experienced Signalling Engineer / Senior Signalling Engineer with 7+ years of experience in Metro, CBTC, ETCS, Mainline Rail, High-Speed Rail, and Freight Rail projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, engineering, integration of railway signalling and Train Control systems. The role requires strong technical capabilities, coordination skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant railway solutions.
- Experience working on international railway/signalling projects and coordinating with global stakeholders will be an added advantage.
- Design and develop railway signalling systems including Interlocking, ATP, ATO, ATS, CBTC, and ETCS/ERTMS.
- Prepare signalling engineering deliverables such as signalling layouts, control tables, route locking diagrams, interface specifications, and technical reports.
- Experience in CBTC migration, brownfield upgrades, and legacy-to-CBTC conversion projects is desirable.
- Exposure to railway telecommunications systems such as GSM-R, LTE-R, FRMCS, CCTV, PIS, PAS, and OCC communications.
- Experience managing interfaces with Rolling Stock, SCADA, PSD, AFC, Telecom, and Power systems.
- Knowledge of EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, EN 50159, RAMS, and railway safety processes.
- Participation in FAT, SAT, Testing & Commissioning, Trial Running, and System Handover.
- Experience working on international railway projects and collaborating with global stakeholders is an advantage.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and support engineering best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree in Railway Systems Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or Systems Engineering preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in railway signalling and telecommunications engineering.
- Experience using engineering tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bentley, or equivalent railway engineering platforms.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical documentation skills.
- Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and engineering best practices.
- Preferred certifications include IRSE, Functional Safety/SIL, RAMS, or equivalent railway industry certifications.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, skills development, and staying current with emerging railway signalling technologies.