Reference: 320471596
Type: Contract
Position: Rail Signalling (ETCS Level 2) HSR - Vietnam
Location: Vietnam
Industry: Engineering
Salary: €7500 - €8000 per month + Net
Rail Signalling Expert (ETCS Level 2) – High-Speed Rail Project
Location: Vietnam
Contract Duration: 36+ months
Salary: €7,500 – €8,000 NET per month
The Opportunity
A leading international consultancy has been awarded a major High-Speed Rail project in Vietnam and is seeking a Senior Signalling Expert to play a key role in its delivery.
This is a flagship infrastructure programme, offering the opportunity to contribute to a transformational rail scheme that will shape the future of transportation in the region.
You will be based in country, working closely with the end client in a high-impact, client-facing position with real influence over signalling design and implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership on signalling systems for a large-scale HSR project
- Act as a senior advisor to the client, supporting decision-making and delivery strategy
- Oversee design, integration, and implementation of ETCS Level 2 systems
- Ensure compliance with international standards and project requirements
- Support coordination across multidisciplinary rail systems teams
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline
- 15–20+ years’ experience in railway signalling
- Proven experience delivering ETCS Level 2 on at least one High-Speed Rail project
- Strong background in systems integration, design, and project delivery
- International project experience is beneficial but not essential
Why Apply?
- Work on a high-profile, nationally significant HSR project
- Long-term, stable assignment (3+ years)
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact at a senior level
- Exposure to a rapidly growing Southeast Asian rail market
- Collaborative environment with an international consultancy and client team
Additional Information
The salary range reflects current project parameters; however, the scale, visibility, and long-term nature of the project present a compelling opportunity for experienced professionals seeking a meaningful international assignment.
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ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.
For more information on any senior Rail & Metro jobs please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

