Malaysia Rail Systems Leader

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are looking for an expert with a proven track record in business development, project management, and delivering complex rail projects across their full lifecycle. If you are passionate about growing a team and delivering cutting-edge solutions in rail systems engineering, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity

• Lead and grow the Malaysia Rail Systems team, ensuring delivery of high-quality projects.
• Manage and deliver rail systems engineering projects, often as Project Manager or Technical Leader.
• Secure new work, manage client relationships, and drive business development within your area of responsibility.
• Collaborate with regional and global rail teams to deliver projects, sharing resources and expertise.
• Mentor and develop your team members to ensure their technical excellence and career growth.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• A relevant Engineering Degree (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or similar) and 20+ years of rail systems experience.
• Strong business development skills and a proven ability to secure new projects and clients.
• Expertise in project management, including experience leading large-scale projects as Project Manager or Director.
• Leadership capabilities to manage, develop, and grow a high-performing team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and best practices in rail systems engineering.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.