Technical Project Manager

Technical Head / Technical Project Manager – RDSO Product Development & Engineering Location:  Mohali, Punjab About the Role Tayal & Co.  is a leading manufacturer of safety-critical components for Indian Railways, including Axle-Mounted Disc Brake Systems, Air Springs, Couplers, and Elastomeric Pads. With a legacy of over 25 years in engineering and compliance-driven manufacturing, the company is expanding into advanced product domains such as EP Units, Brake Pads, and Suspension Systems. We are seeking a Technical Head / Technical Project Manager  to take complete technical ownership of specific product lines—covering concept, design validation, process planning, RDSO approval, and continuous improvement. The role requires strong technical acumen, regulatory understanding, and the ability to develop new product lines even in unfamiliar domains through systematic reverse engineering and collaboration. Key Responsibilities 1. Product Engineering and Development Lead the full lifecycle of products such as FSDS (Fail-Safe Disc Brake Systems), Air Springs, EP Units, and Brake Pads—from concept to final approval. Interpret and implement RDSO specifications, drawings, and testing procedures  for each assigned product. Prepare detailed design documents, material specifications, process flow charts, and inspection standards aligned with RDSO and ISO requirements. Drive prototype development, functional testing, and design validation  through internal and external resources. Establish manufacturability guidelines and ensure seamless transfer from design to production. Guide development in new segments (e.g., brake pads, elastomeric parts) through benchmarking, reverse engineering, and vendor technical collaboration. 2. Technical Documentation and Compliance Prepare and maintain all technical files, QAPs, DFMEA, PPAP, and process qualification documents. Ensure full compliance with RDSO, IRIS, ISO 9001/14001/45001  standards and customer-specific audit requirements. Coordinate with RDSO, inspection agencies, and certification bodies for prototype and type approvals. Maintain traceable documentation for all tests, validations, and corrective actions. 3. Quality Assurance and Vendor Support Define and verify testing parameters  such as torque, fatigue, load, pressure, and vibration tests for all critical components. Support quality teams and vendors in achieving design conformance, metallurgical integrity, and process capability. Conduct failure analysis, RCA (Root Cause Analysis), and CAPA  for deviations or rejections. Approve tooling, gauges, and testing fixtures to ensure compliance with design intent. 4. Cross-Functional and Project Leadership Collaborate with production, purchase, and QC departments to ensure material readiness, cost efficiency, and timely delivery. Lead technical meetings, feasibility reviews, and product audits. Train engineers in technical documentation, design interpretation, and compliance procedures. Identify and evaluate opportunities for indigenization, localization, and design optimization. Required Skills and Competencies In-depth knowledge of mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes  relevant to railway and heavy-engineering components. Proven ability to interpret and implement RDSO technical specifications  into practical engineering deliverables. Strong understanding of brake systems, suspension systems, and elastomeric components. Proficiency in AutoCAD / SolidWorks  and quality planning tools such as APQP, DFMEA, PPAP, and MSA. Exposure to type testing, functional validation, and metallurgical analysis. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. Effective communication and leadership ability to manage cross-functional technical teams. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering. 8–20 years  of experience in product design, technical development, or quality engineering  within the railway, automotive, or heavy-engineering  sectors. Prior experience working on RDSO-approved products  or developing new components for RDSO qualification is highly preferred. Located in or willing to re-locate to Mohali , Chandigarh or Kharar area Why Join Tayal & Co. Opportunity to lead complete product ownership  from specification to RDSO approval. Exposure to multi-disciplinary projects  involving mechanical, pneumatic, and elastomeric systems. Platform to build new product lines  from concept to certification in a growing organization. Work within a technically driven, compliance-oriented environment  that emphasizes innovation and precision engineering. Learn more: