Rail Domain Consultant

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 India Employment Type: Full-Time / Contractual (On-Site Role with Expatriate Relocation Support) Experience Level: Senior Professional (10+ years) Industry: Railway / Transportation / Engineering Services Company 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.