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Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Overview
Design, develop, and oversee the implementation of railway signalling systems to control and manage the safe movement of trains.
Your role
- Leading the design of signalling systems including trackside equipment, wayside equipment, signal room equipment and control room equipment.
- Technical management of train control system projects executed by vendors.
- System design to meet for operational capacity and project functionality requirements.
- Integration of Train Control & Signalling System design into Stations, Stops, Traction Power Sub-stations, Maintenance & Storage facilities and Control Centres in accordance with Project requirements.
- Working with the System Design teams, other Domain teams and the Requirements Management team within the Rail Control Systems Directorate on specification and delivery of these various Train.
- Control & Signalling Systems into overall rail and mass transit project solutions.
- Interfacing with design groups (communications, fixed facilities, etc.) and with external team members (architects, code consultants, AHJs, major suppliers, etc.).
- Component, sub-system and system procurement (technical specifications, vendor selections, post-award support, etc.).
- Delivery of Design\Construction and Interface Control documentation.
- Interaction with Operations and Maintenance team.
- Support of construction and installation activities in the field.
- Support for Test & Commissioning and setting to work of mass transit, urban rail and heavy freight signalling and control systems.
- Assistance with customer staff training.
- Assistance with the generation of O&M Manuals.
- Design of complete railway signalling systems, including trackside, wayside, signal room, and control room equipment.
- Design and configuration of Computer-Based Interlocking (CBI) application software.
- Technical management of vendor-delivered train control and signalling system projects.
- Integration of train control and signalling systems with stations, traction power substations, depots, and control centres.
- Coordination with internal design, domain, and requirements teams, as well as external stakeholders (communications, architecture, AHJs, suppliers).
- Procurement and documentation support, including technical specifications, vendor selection, and design/construction/interface control documentation.
- Support through construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and operational handover, including interaction with operations and maintenance teams.
- Extensive experience designing and selecting train control and signalling system components, with conventional signalling as a prerequisite.
- Proven expertise across multiple train control technologies (ETCS, ATC, CBTC, PTC), grade crossings, and CBI platforms.
- Experience integrating train control systems into transit facilities, vehicles, and multidisciplinary project environments.
- Strong documentation skills, including preparation of design drawings, technical requirements, and specifications.
- Design and develop signalling systems including track circuits, axle counters, interlockings, level crossings, and platform screen door interfaces.
- Prepare, check, and review signalling design drawings, circuit diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications in accordance with applicable standards.
- Conduct independent design verification checks to ensure compliance with signalling design specifications and railway standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, CENELEC).
- Perform functional safety analysis including FMEA, FTA, and Hazard Identification (HAZID) as part of the safety assurance process.
- Liaise with civil, traction power, telecommunications, and rolling stock teams to resolve interface issues and ensure design coordination.
- Review and comment on contractor design submittals, shop drawings, and method statements for technical compliance.
- Conduct site inspections and provide technical support during signalling installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Develop and review signalling-related test procedures, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
- Troubleshoot signalling faults during construction and commissioning; provide technical guidance to site teams and maintenance personnel.
- Maintain accurate records of design changes, non-conformances, and design decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to the development and review of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals and as-built documentation.
Location
Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-155729
Salary range
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About you
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering preferred (Electrical Engineering preferred).
- 15+ years' experience in engineering (10+ years' experience in rail and transit engineering in Middle East).
- Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) is generally required. However, extensive experience may be substituted in lieu of licensing.
- 10 years of experience in the design and application of Train Control & Signalling Systems in Rail & Transit industry in middle east.
- Thorough knowledge of and experience with Positive Train Control, Communications Based Train Control, Control Center Engineering, railroad block signal systems, and associated communication and control systems as required by the project is required.
- Strong persuasive ability, technical writing and communications skills are expected at this level, proven through technical presentations, technical papers and/or participation in technical committees.
- May be eligible for project management training.
- Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to visit project sites if necessary. Job also requires ability to assemble and analyze data, and plan/prioritize project tasks.
- Experienced in the design and selection of the various elements of a transit project's train control and signalling systems.
- Experienced in the design and application of at least one major train control discipline (ATC/CBTC or Conventional).
- Experienced in the design and/or integration of train control systems into transit facilities and vehicles.
- Experienced in leading a mixed staff design staff teams in the generation of design documents, drawings and submissions.
- Experienced in the generation of technical requirements and specifications.
- Accustomed to operating within a multi-disciplinary project structure with responsibility for Train.
- Control & Signaling systems design.
- Self-motivated and able to work with limited direct supervision.
- Able to interact within discussions with the partners, clients and suppliers and able to be the technical lead on such discussions.
- Able to lead and support a team of technical specialists.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Key Competencies
- Proficiency in relay-based and computer-based interlocking systems.
- Knowledge of CENELEC railway standards and SIL requirements.
- Experience with signalling design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, CADD).
- Familiarity with CBTC systems is advantageous.
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