Senior Rolling Stock Expert

Job Description Railways for the world of tomorrow. Deutsche Bahns expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and con-sulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge - starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contri-butions to the protection of the environment, and help shape the world of the future. Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience. We are looking for a Senior Rolling Stock Expert (Mechanical) in Gurugram, India at Deutsche Bahn Engineering & Consulting. The Key Responsibility and role is: - Review and approve rolling stock mechanical basic and final designs as per international standards, codal provisions, contract, and project requirements. - Finalize mechanical subsystems and vendors (e.g., carbody, bogies, suspension, brake system, couplers, HVAC mechanical assemblies, passenger/driver doors, interior/exterior fittings) including vendor qualification and approvals. - Define and review mechanical type tests and FAT protocols at system and component level; ensure coverage for strength, fatigue, vibration, noise, sealing (IP), fire/smoke, environmental, and safety requirements. - Witness and evaluate mechanical tests and FATs: brake system, bogie/frame, suspension elements, coupler and draft gear, doors and actuators, HVAC mechanical performance, carbody strength/leak tests, IP tests for mechanical enclosures, lighting housings, seats/handrails, cables routing supports. - Review train-level validation test procedures focusing on mechanical performance: dynamic ride quality, stability, curving, clearances/Schedule of Dimensions (SOD), brake performance, noise/vibration, door operation, emergency egress, and maintainability. - Inspect manufacturing and assembly processes for first-off and serial trainsets: carbody fabrication/welding, dimensional control, corrosion protection, paint, bogie assembly, wheelset/bearing assembly, brake rigging, door installation, interior fit-out, HVAC mounting, and torque/quality traceability. - Oversee mechanical commissioning at depot/site for rolling stock: static/dynamic mechanical checks, brake proving, door cycle tests, HVAC airflow/thermal performance, ride/clearance verification, and close-out of punch items. - Lead mechanical interface management and integration with other rail systems: SOD definition, car-train-platform interfaces, track/vehicle interaction, PSD/door alignment (mechanical), wheel-rail and brake-signal timing interfaces, and maintenance specifications for mechanical assets. - Coordinate with client and stakeholders to recommend solutions on mechanical design changes, concessions, and non-conformance dispositions; drive configuration control and document approvals. - Prepare and submit rolling stock mechanical documentation to statutory authorities (as applicable) for trials and clearances; support technical responses, inspections, and compliance evidence. - Graduate in Mechanical Engineering - At least 15 years of Professional Experience. Profound experience in Metro Rail projects. - More than 3 years the General consultancy / General engineering consultancy / Project management consultancy / Independent engineers for project implementation authority for the Metro rail projects. - English knowledge is required; Knowledge of local language (Hindi) will add more value.