For this project we are looking for a Signalling and Telecommunications Specialist
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The concerned project aims to electrify an existing railway line in Uzbekistan in order to improve railway passenger and freight services and to enable operation of high-speed trains. The electrification project includes construction of traction power substations and section posts, supply and installation of catenary system , external power supply, supply and installation of signaling, telecom and SCADA systems as well as purchase of necessary maintenance equipment and machinery. Financing is provided by ADB (Asian Development Bank) and AIIB with national co-financing.
DB Engineering & Consulting will support the national railway company with consulting services including design review and site supervision. Overall duration of the consulting services is 48 months. Work will be performed both in the Employer’s headquarters in Tashkent and on the site.
Responsibilities:
- Review the preliminary design and detailed design of signaling and telecommunications facilities under the project prepared by UTY and/or contractors to determine its technical and operational soundness and ability for implementation.
- Assist the Employer/ in management of relevant contracts up to the stage of completion and hand over of works to the Employer;
- Review all aspects of interfacing of new installations with the existing facilities and ensure phasing for uninterrupted operation of train services;
- Review the safety plans submitted by the bidders for ensuring safety during construction
- Perform site supervision
- Participate in testing and commission activities related to the job duties
- Check relevant project documentation
- Perform all jobs which may be assigned by the Team Leader in performance of the Project and for successful completion of the consulting services.
- Guide the national expert(s) of the consulting team and organize know-how transfer to Employer’s staff
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the field of engineering
- At least 10 years of experience in the field of railway signalling/ interlockingand telecommunications incl. testing and commissioning
- Professional knowledge in the fields of railway infrastructure and operations
- Experience in interface management, project and contract management
- The Engineer should have good skills in English language and preferably working knowledge in Russian language
- Citizenship of ADB member country (www.adb.org)