Head of Rolling Stock Electrics

Key responsibilities of the electrical systems engineer include designing and developing electrical systems, power modules, and electronic circuits for rolling stock applications.

This role involves:

• Experience with high voltage power semiconductor selection (IGBT, Si/SiC MOSFET's, Diodes), gate drive and protection circuit design.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of engineers to handle local and global developmental work packages.
• Design, development, qualification and type testing of Electrical systems, Power modules including driver circuits, electronic circuits (Analog, Digital & Microcontroller), PCBA, Embedded & control software for rolling stock applications.
• Selection, design calculations, qualification and obsolescence management of power semiconductor devices, power electronics components and electronics / electrical components.
• Generating component specifications.
• Define testing strategy for device qualification, equipment routine & type testing as per relevant IEC/EN standards for rolling stock application.
• Work continuously on cost optimization measures to reach the target cost.
• Trouble shooting, field failure analysis. Defining and implementing measures from analysis for desired performance of equipment designed in field.
• Define timeline and plan budget for new development work packages.
• Ensure completion of development job in defined timeline and budget.
• Ensure risk mitigation and cost overrun mitigation during development phase.

The ideal candidate should have strong fundamental knowledge and experience in electrical system design, electronic circuit design (Analog, Digital & Microcontroller), PCBA design, Power electronics development, Embedded & control software design including simulation, prototyping, and testing.

• Relevant hands-on hardware experience in power converter design and strong understanding of power electronics topologies with line side converter, Motor inverter & Battery Chargers (AC/DC, DC/DC & DC/AC)
• Knowledge and experience in high voltage power semiconductor selection (IGBT, Si/SiC MOSFET's, Diodes), gate drive and protection circuit design.
• Knowledge and experience of power semiconductor devices qualification tests
• Experience in qualification of power devices, low inductive bus bar, power capacitors including testing, validation, and performance evaluation under various operating conditions to ensure compliance with rail standards
• Knowledge of type tests for electrical, electronic, power electronic circuits & assemblies and embedded & control software according to relevant IEC/EN standards for rolling stock application
• Experience in control electronics for traction applications & Knowledge of transducers, signal conditioning, and interface protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, RS232, RS422, MBV, WTB)
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, TI, NXP), and interface circuits
• Proficiency in PCB design and layout using tools like Altium Designer, Eagle, or KiCAD, with emphasis on signal integrity and EMC compliance
• Experience in hardware validation and testing, including debugging, fault analysis, and compliance with industry standards
• Familiarity with power supply design (SMPS, LDOs), Driver cards for power switching devices and their protection circuits, and thermal management techniques
• Understanding of electronic component selection, derating, and lifecycle management for reliability in harsh environments
• EMI/EMC Testing as per international IEC/EN standards
• Knowledge about embedded and control electronic software and algorithms
• Skilled in working with measurement tools like Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Power analyzers etc.

• Require 15 to 20 years of experience in design, development, qualification & type testing of electrical systems, power modules, electronics hardware, PCBA, microcontroller/embedded systems and control electronic software for rolling stock applications as per requirement specification.
• Knowledge of different cooling technologies like air/ liquid cooling, air flow calculation, CFD.
• Knowledge of problem-solving tools and techniques like A3, 8D etc.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation tools like DFMEA, PFMEA and LLDB.
• Knowledge of PLM process and various IEC, EN and IS standards applicable for Rail Industry.
• MATLAB, Mathcad, PLECS, LT-SPICE, Altium, SAP, Teamcenter, MS office
• Good communication skills
• Good in English language
• Good in soft skills and team building

Candidates should be ready to make a real impact in our exciting world.

This role is based in Nashik/Pune. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside.