Site Engineer 1 (Based in Singapore)

About the role

About the Role

We see it as our daily mission to make a significant contribution to greater safety and efficiency on roads and railways. That goes for passenger and goods transport - all over the world. Making mobility safe on roads and railways - that is the mission driving us each and every day at Knorr-Bremse. It has been that way for over 110 years. Today the Knorr-Bremse Group, based in Munich, is the world's leading manufacturer of braking systems and a leading supplier of safety-critical sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles. As an innovator in our fields, we advance developments in mobility and transport technologies.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Singapore Full-Time. Initial 3-Year Contract (Renewable) Reporting To: Project Manager/Project Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive Site Engineer to join our team for a long-term Land Transport Authority (LTA) project focused on Platform Screen Door (PSD) systems. This role involves supervising and coordinating site activities including replacement, upgrading, testing, commissioning, and lifecycle management of PSD electronic and mechanical components. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of works in a live railway environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Supervision: Coordinate and supervise daily site activities for PSD component replacement and installation.
• Installation & Testing: Coordinate dismantling, alignment, adjustment, fault rectification & Troubleshooting, testing and commissioning works.
• Quality & Safety: Ensure compliance with LTA, SMRT, and railway safety standards.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with subcontractors, planning teams, and site personnel to ensure smooth execution.
• Reporting: Prepare daily site reports, inspection records, and work progress updates.
• Technical Support: Assist in troubleshooting, fault rectification, risk assessments, and method statement preparation.
• Standby for Defect Liability Support

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma/Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in railway, MRT, E&M, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in LTA/MRT-related projects in Singapore preferred.
• Familiarity with Platform Screen Door systems, CANbus networks, and railway operational constraints.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Extras

- Experience in live operational railway environments. - Familiarity with LTA, SMRT, or SBS Transit procedures. - Knowledge of permit-to-work systems and railway safety requirements. If you’re hands-on, detail-oriented, and ready to take on a dynamic role in Singapore’s railway projects, we’d love to hear from you. Interested candidates, please apply here with upload your CV and cover letter.

How to apply: Apply via Knorr-Bremse's official careers site (Knorr-Bremse careers): click "Apply now" on the vacancy, sign in or create a candidate account and submit your CV. Apply here: https://careers.knorr-bremse.com/job/Singapore-Site-Engineer-1-%28Base-in-Singapore%29-%C2%A0-545072/1418495033/