Rolling Stock Design Engineer
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The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to work with delivery teams supporting major projects in India and the Middle East. We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.
You will play a key role in the Rail Systems Team, supporting the technical delivery and performance of rolling stock projects. You will report to the Rolling Stock Lead and Senior Rolling Stock Engineer, assisting in the coordination of project activities, contributing technical input, and collaborating closely with other disciplines to ensure effective and integrated project delivery.
The successful candidate will be based in our Bangalore office supporting India and global teams (primarily in the Middle East).
Responsibilities would include but are not limited to
Support design, specification, and integration of rolling stock (locomotives, metro cars, EMUs, DMUs, wagons) from concept to commissioning.
Develop and review technical specifications in line with RDSO, EN, UIC, BS, and client requirements.
Assess mechanical and electrical subsystems including traction, carbody, bogie, brakes, pneumatics, couplers, doors, and HVAC.
Contribute to assurance activities such as performance analysis, stress, crashworthiness, dynamics, gauging, and RAMS.
Coordinate with signalling, track, power, and systems teams for seamless integration.
Support design reviews and provide QA assistance at manufacturing sites.
Liaise with authorities (including RDSO) to ensure regulatory compliance and approvals.
Contribute to project delivery, client meetings, technical reporting, feasibility/sustainability studies, and innovation initiatives while supporting team development and business growth.
If this role right for you?
· Bachelor’s degree (BEng/BSc) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree or specialisation in Railway Engineering is beneficial but not essential.
· Minimum 7 years of post-graduate experience, including minimum 3 years experience working on rolling stock projects in India or internationally.
· Understanding of Indian (RDSO, IRS) and international (EN, UIC, BS, UAE, KSA) standards, as well as familiarity with Indian regulatory and statutory approval procedures.
· Experience supporting clients and stakeholders throughout project delivery.
· Familiarity with rolling stock procurement, requirements management, specification development, and supplier coordination.
· Experience of working in Multi-D environment and with good interface skills.
· Ability to assist in developing and reviewing technical documentation, test reports, and compliance submissions.
· Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
· Overseas Travel: Willingness to travel within India and internationally for project delivery and client engagement.
· Working towards Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer status and membership in a relevant professional body.
· Knowledge of depot design, maintenance planning, and asset management systems is desirable.
Reward and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector. Core benefits include Provident Fund contribution, NPS option, Mediclaim cover (incl. family), Term Life and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Prog. scheme for the family to safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing. In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.
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