Rail Domain Consultant – High-Speed Train Rolling Stock

This opportunity is open to experienced professionals from the Asia-Pacific region with deep domain expertise in high-speed rolling stock and a willingness to work on-site in India as an expatriate consultant.Work Location:New Delhi, India (Base Location)Occasional Travel to OEM and Client Sites within IndiaEmployment Type:Full-Time / Contractual(On-Site Role with Expatriate Relocation Support)Experience Level:Senior Professional (10+ years)Industry:Railway / Transportation / Engineering ServicesCompany Overview:Cyient Ltd is a global engineering and technology solutions company, trusted by leading rail manufacturers and operators to deliver innovative and reliable engineering services. We have a strong track record in rolling stock engineering, systems integration, and technical consulting across global rail markets. As part of our commitment to advancing high-speed rail initiatives in India, we are seeking a highly experienced Rail Domain Consultant from the Asia-Pacific region to join us on-site in India and provide strategic technical guidance on high-speed train rolling stock programs.Position Summary:We are seeking a seasoned Rail Domain Consultant with substantial Asia-Pacific experience in high-speed train rolling stock to join our engineering division in India. This is an expatriate role, ideal for professionals from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, or other Asia-Pacific countries, who bring strong expertise in the design, development, and integration of high-speed train systems. The consultant will work closely with Cyient’s internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting major rail projects and ensuring alignment with international technical standards.Key Responsibilities:- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for high-speed train rolling stock projects in India. - Provide high-level consulting on system design, engineering, integration, validation, testing, and commissioning. - Ensure compliance with international rail standards (EN, TSI, UIC) and incorporate global best practices into Rail projects. - Support internal engineering teams with design reviews, technical problem-solving, and risk assessments. - Liaise with rolling stock OEMs, system integrators, and operators across India to ensure technical alignment and successful project execution. - Conduct technical workshops, reviews, and knowledge transfer sessions to strengthen Cyient’s internal capabilities. - Travel to OEM and client sites within India as required to provide on-ground technical support.Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Railway Engineering (or equivalent). - 10–15+ years of experience in high-speed train rolling stock engineering in the Asia-Pacific region (e.g., Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Australia). - Strong understanding of international rail engineering practices and compliance standards (TSI, EN, UIC, etc.). - Experience working with leading high-speed rail manufacturers or operators (e.g., JR Group, Hyundai Rotem, CRRC, Hitachi Rail, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, etc.). - Proven expertise in at least one or more of the following areas: system integration, vehicle design, traction systems, braking, safety systems, commissioning. - Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multicultural teams. - Fluent in English (Japanese or other regional languages a plus).Preferred Qualifications:- Prior expatriate or international consulting experience is highly desirable. - Familiarity with the railway environment is an advantage. - Experience in mentoring engineering teams and developing technical training programs.