Project Engineer

Job Description – Project Engineer (Rail Engineering)Position TitleProject Engineer (Rail Engineering) Reporting ToProject Manager / Senior Project Manager Position OverviewThe Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of railway installation, renewal, upgrading, maintenance, testing support, and commissioning projects across operational railway environments. The Project Engineer shall manage day-to-day project activities involving Station Equipment Rooms (SER), Equipment Rooms (ER), Depot Equipment Rooms, Trackside Systems, Tunnels, Viaducts, Stations, Workshops, Stabling Areas, and Mainline Railway Infrastructure. The role requires close coordination with clients, railway operators, subcontractors, suppliers, supervisors, safety personnel, and testing & commissioning teams to ensure project milestones, quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations are achieved. The incumbent shall possess strong technical knowledge in railway signalling systems, electrical systems, communications systems, cable infrastructure, point machine systems, depot systems, and trackside installations, while ensuring works are executed safely within Engineering Hours (EH), possessions, and operational railway constraints. Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Management• Manage assigned railway projects from initiation to completion. • Review contract specifications, technical documents, drawings, work packages, and project requirements. • Develop project execution plans, manpower deployment schedules, construction programmes, and resource plans. • Monitor project progress, productivity, milestones, and deliverables. • Coordinate project activities with clients, consultants, railway operators, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. • Identify project risks and implement mitigation measures. • Prepare and submit project reports, progress updates, and technical documentation. • Monitor project budgets, variation works, material consumption, and cost performance. • Assist in tender preparation, technical proposals, and project planning activities when required. • Ensure project delivery within approved timelines, budget, safety, and quality requirements. Station Equipment Room (SER) & Equipment Room WorksManage and supervise installation, modification, renewal, migration, and maintenance activities within: • Station Equipment Rooms (SER) • Equipment Rooms (ER) • Signalling Equipment Rooms • Relay Rooms • Communications Rooms • UPS Rooms • Power Supply Rooms • Depot Equipment Rooms • Technical Rooms • Equipment Buildings Responsibilities include: • Installation and replacement of signalling racks, cabinets, cubicles, and equipment. • Equipment migration and renewal works. • Cable routing, dressing, segregation, and containment works. • Installation of power supply systems and communication equipment. • Equipment relocation and decommissioning activities. • Earthing and bonding installations. • Verification of installation compliance with railway standards and project specifications. • Coordination of testing readiness and handover activities. Trackside WorksPlan, coordinate, and supervise trackside installation and maintenance activities involving: Signalling Systems• Mainline signalling equipment. • Signals and signal structures. • Point machine systems. • Axle counters. • Track circuits. • Balises. • Wayside interface equipment. • Junction boxes. • Location cases. • Signalling control cabinets. • Trackside monitoring systems. Cable Infrastructure• Cable route surveys. • Cable laying and replacement works. • Installation of cable support systems. • Installation of cable hooks, brackets, and cable containment systems. • Track crossing cable installations. • Cable identification and tagging. • Cable route maintenance and inspections. Infrastructure Support Works• Equipment mounting structures. • Foundation verification. • Equipment support installations. • Interface coordination with civil and system contractors. Depot WorksManage installation, maintenance, upgrading, and renewal activities within railway depots including: • Depot signalling systems. • Depot interlocking systems. • Workshop signalling systems. • Stabling area systems. • Maintenance track systems. • Depot communication systems. • Depot power supply systems. • Depot equipment rooms. • Maintenance facilities. • Operations Control Rooms. Responsibilities include: • Coordination with depot operations and maintenance personnel. • Planning of works within operational depot environments. • Managing depot shutdown and possession activities where required. • Ensuring minimal disruption to depot operations. Tunnel & Viaduct WorksCoordinate and supervise installation activities within: Tunnel Environment• Cable laying and replacement works. • Signalling equipment installations. • Communication systems installations. • Fibre optic infrastructure. • Cable support systems. • Equipment migration and renewal activities. Viaduct Environment• Outdoor signalling systems. • Cable containment installations. • Trackside equipment installations. • Communication infrastructure. • Inspection and maintenance support works. Cable Installation & TerminationManage and supervise: • Signalling cable installation. • Power cable installation. • Communication cable installation. • Fibre optic cable installation. • Cable containment systems. • Cable support systems. • Cable termination activities. • Fibre optic splicing activities. • Cable testing and verification activities. • Cable identification, labelling, and documentation. Ensure compliance with railway standards, client specifications, and quality requirements. Engineering Hour (EH) & Possession Management• Plan and execute Engineering Hour works. • Coordinate possession requirements and track access arrangements. • Ensure manpower, materials, tools, and equipment are available prior to access. • Lead work teams during possession activities. • Monitor progress against available possession windows. • Coordinate hand-back activities with railway operators. • Support emergency recovery and contingency activities when required. Testing & Commissioning Support• Coordinate with Testing & Commissioning Engineers. • Verify installation readiness prior to testing activities. • Support functional, integrated, and system testing activities. • Manage installation defect rectification. • Monitor punch list closure. • Support trial running and commissioning activities. • Ensure timely handover of completed systems. Safety Management• Ensure full compliance with Workplace Safety & Health requirements, railway safety procedures, and client safety regulations. • Review and implement Risk Assessments (RA), Safe Work Procedures (SWP), Method Statements (MS), and Permit-to-Work requirements. • Conduct toolbox meetings and site safety briefings. • Monitor worksite safety performance and housekeeping standards. • Stop unsafe acts and unsafe conditions immediately. • Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and safety observations. • Ensure all personnel possess valid training, certifications, and railway access approvals. Quality Assurance & Documentation• Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, and railway standards. • Conduct inspections and quality verification activities. • Prepare and maintain: • Daily Progress Reports • Weekly Progress Reports • Site Diaries • Inspection Records • Material Tracking Reports • Method Statements • Risk Assessments • Work Procedures • Testing Records • Punch Lists • As-Built Drawings • Completion Documentation • Support audits, inspections, and client reviews. Stakeholder & Client Management• Liaise with clients, railway operators, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments. • Attend technical meetings, coordination meetings, safety meetings, and project reviews. • Provide technical support and project updates to stakeholders. • Manage subcontractor performance and work quality. • Resolve site issues and technical challenges in a timely manner. RequirementsEducation• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Railway Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Experience• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in railway engineering projects. • Experience in MRT, LRT, Mainline, Depot, Trackside, and Station Equipment Room (SER) environments. • Experience managing installation teams, subcontractors, and railway possession works. • Familiarity with railway signalling, communications, electrical, and cable infrastructure systems. Mandatory Certifications• CSCPM (Construction Safety Course for Project Managers) – Mandatory. • BCSS / CSOC. • Work-at-Height (where applicable). • LTA / Railway Operator Safety Induction (preferred). Technical Competencies• Railway signalling systems. • Station Equipment Room (SER) works. • Depot signalling and electrical systems. • Point machine systems. • Cable installation and termination. • Fibre optic systems. • Railway testing and commissioning support. • Engineering Hour and possession management. • Railway safety requirements and procedures. Skills & Attributes• Strong project management and leadership skills. • Excellent planning, scheduling, and coordination abilities. • Strong technical troubleshooting capabilities. • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work independently and under pressure in operational railway environments. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, project reporting, and engineering documentation. Working Requirements• Willing to work rotating shifts, Engineering Hours (EH), weekends, public holidays, and overnight possessions when required. • Able to travel between stations, depots, work sites, and project locations. • Comfortable working in operational railway environments, tunnels, viaducts, trackside areas, and equipment rooms. This role is critical in ensuring the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of railway projects while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.