Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods—helping to improve the quality of everyday life for millions worldwide.

Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our offerings include rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification, and services.

In Egypt, Siemens Mobility is delivering one of the country’s first high-speed rail system. This landmark project, spanning approximately 2,000 kilometers, will connect 60 cities across Egypt, transforming transportation for both passengers and goods. Participating in this project could be a pivotal milestone in your career and a significant historical achievement for the region.

Today, we are recruiting for a Design Engineer to join our team in Egypt. This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.

What are my responsibilities?

Develop primary electrical designs for HV substations, including layouts, single-line diagrams, earthing systems, cable routing, lightning protection systems, and general arrangements. Prepare and/or transfer design drawings using AutoCAD. Elaborate conceptual solutions and address complex requirements based on site-specific conditions. Manage internal and external interfaces related to railway electrification and contact line systems. Provide technical support, analyze technical issues, and respond to technical inquiries in collaboration with installation teams, project engineering, and project management. Gather input data from civil works design drawings for electrical substations, bridges, viaducts, and embankments. Conduct site surveys to propose routing solutions and ensure compatibility with actual site conditions. Develop cableway construction designs based on gathered data, local practices, and materials commonly used in Egypt, coordinating with stakeholders for optimization. Review shop drawings to ensure alignment with raceway design, cable routing principles, and cable laying methods. Evaluate supplier drawings, calculations, and proposals, including electrical interfaces, protection studies, control schemes, and telecommunication systems for substations. Ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., IEC) and railway-specific regulations. Coordinate with internal teams, offshore teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to support seamless project execution. Support the procurement process by providing technical specifications and input for design-related equipment. Conduct site inspections to verify implementation against design specifications. Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations on-site. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during installation and commissioning. Apply in-depth knowledge of railway electrification systems and their integration with other systems. Support on-site activities, including installation supervision, testing, and commissioning.

What do I need to qualify for this job?

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering. 3–7 years of experience in cable raceway and routing design, preferably in railway or infrastructure projects. Excellent command of CAD software such as AutoCAD, including modules for cable route design and planning. Proficiency in BIM modeling. Familiarity with relevant European and international standards, as well as railway safety principles. Strong knowledge of common practices and standards for cable routing design and cable laying activities, particularly in Egypt. Understanding of traction power supply systems (AC). Solid grasp of engineering processes. Knowledge of both electrical and civil engineering disciplines. Experience working in international project environments and with intercultural teams. Advanced 3D visualization and spatial imagination skills. High level of customer focus and quality orientation. Fluency in both written and spoken English. Willingness and ability to travel between project sites of the High-Speed Rail Project in Egypt and internationally, as required.

What else do I need to know?

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant, that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.

At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds

Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society. Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company. Please find more information at www.siemens.com

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.