Signalling Hardware Design Lead Engineer (Rail)

Singapore - Singapore

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Signalling Hardware Design Lead Engineer

The client supplies the global markets of rail and road-bound transport with innovative products and solutions for Rail Automation Rail Electrification and in the area of intermodal mobility apps and backend systems.

Technical Leadership & Design Expertise:

Serve as the technical expert in hardware design for CBTC GoA 4 projects actively participating in design work and complex problem-solving.
Lead by example through the creation and review of key deliverables including:
- Bookwirings (detailed interconnection and schematic diagrams)
- Bonding Plans (track circuit design allocation and interface with trackwork and traction)
- Cable Core Plans
- Power Distribution Panel (PDP) Single Line Diagrams
- Equipment Technical Specifications
Perform and validate system power consumption and load calculations.
Support project design reviews audits and customer technical workshops.

Team & Resource Management:

Supervise mentor and guide a team of Hardware Design Engineers.
Ensure effective resource planning and allocation across multiple projects in collaboration with the Engineering Manager and Trackside Lead Engineers.
Maintain oversight of task execution to ensure deliverables are completed on time and to the required standard.

Project & Process Oversight:

Monitor and coordinate all hardware-related activities throughout the project lifecycle ensuring compliance with relevant standards (e.g. EN 50126/50128/50129 IEC 61375 IEC 60204).
Promote the use of standardized solutions templates and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency across projects.
Contribute to risk management by identifying and mitigating hardware-related risks early in the design phase.

Competency Development & Team Growth:

Evaluate team skill sets and define training and development plans to maintain and enhance technical competencies.
Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture focused on quality innovation and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder & Customer Engagement:

Represent the hardware function in internal coordination meetings and with external stakeholders.
Participate in customer-facing technical discussions providing leadership and clarity on design decisions compliance and implementation strategies.
Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and provide support during installation integration and commissioning phases.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in railway hardware design or a similar safety-critical environment. International experience or exposure to complex multi-site projects is preferred.
At least 23 years in a technical leadership or team lead role with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
Strong proficiency in hardware documentation (wiring diagrams PDPs bonding plans cable core plan).
Experience in CBTC systems preferably with GoA 4 architecture. Familiarity with system safety EMC and functional verification principles is a plus.
Ability to perform detailed electrical load and power consumption calculations.
Deep understanding of relevant standards and best practices in railway signaling and electrical systems.
Strong organizational communication and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English (written and verbal); other languages are a plus.
Experience with design automation tools and document control systems is advantageous

If this role sparks your interest feel free to reach out to Kevin Chong ()for more details.

Signalling Hardware Design Lead EngineerThe client supplies the global markets of rail and road-bound transport with innovative products and solutions for Rail Automation Rail Electrification and in the area of intermodal mobility apps and backend systems.Technical Leadership & Design Expertise:Serv...

Serve as the technical expert in hardware design for CBTC GoA 4 projects actively participating in design work and complex problem-solving.
Lead by example through the creation and review of key deliverables including:
- Bookwirings (detailed interconnection and schematic diagrams)
- Bonding Plans (track circuit design allocation and interface with trackwork and traction)
- Cable Core Plans
- Power Distribution Panel (PDP) Single Line Diagrams
- Equipment Technical Specifications
Perform and validate system power consumption and load calculations.
Support project design reviews audits and customer technical workshops.

Team & Resource Management:

Supervise mentor and guide a team of Hardware Design Engineers.
Ensure effective resource planning and allocation across multiple projects in collaboration with the Engineering Manager and Trackside Lead Engineers.
Maintain oversight of task execution to ensure deliverables are completed on time and to the required standard.

Project & Process Oversight:

Monitor and coordinate all hardware-related activities throughout the project lifecycle ensuring compliance with relevant standards (e.g. EN 50126/50128/50129 IEC 61375 IEC 60204).
Promote the use of standardized solutions templates and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency across projects.
Contribute to risk management by identifying and mitigating hardware-related risks early in the design phase.

Competency Development & Team Growth:

Evaluate team skill sets and define training and development plans to maintain and enhance technical competencies.
Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture focused on quality innovation and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder & Customer Engagement:

Represent the hardware function in internal coordination meetings and with external stakeholders.
Participate in customer-facing technical discussions providing leadership and clarity on design decisions compliance and implementation strategies.
Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and provide support during installation integration and commissioning phases.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in railway hardware design or a similar safety-critical environment. International experience or exposure to complex multi-site projects is preferred.
At least 23 years in a technical leadership or team lead role with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
Strong proficiency in hardware documentation (wiring diagrams PDPs bonding plans cable core plan).
Experience in CBTC systems preferably with GoA 4 architecture. Familiarity with system safety EMC and functional verification principles is a plus.
Ability to perform detailed electrical load and power consumption calculations.
Deep understanding of relevant standards and best practices in railway signaling and electrical systems.
Strong organizational communication and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English (written and verbal); other languages are a plus.
Experience with design automation tools and document control systems is advantageous