Lead Engineer – Track Design

It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India's valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

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Context

In India, SYSTRA is an international consulting and engineering company operating in the fields of Metros, High Speed Rail, Railways, Roads, Buildings, Urban planning, and Water Infrastructure for public and private organizations.

CTR – Regional Technical Centre of Systra India takes care of the international production of major projects at Systra Group level. CTR team has expertise in design of High-Speed Rail, Metro, Conventional Rail, Bridges, Highways, Depots, Stations and Transport Planning. Starting from Feasibility/Concept stage to Detailed Design to IFC/Shop drawings, the disciplines involved have experience of designing in accordance with various international codes and delivered projects across the world.

CTR team has successfully delivered some major projects in UK, UAE, Tanzania, KSA, Australia, Canada and Denmark. One of the major achievements of India CTR team has been the design of HS2 project in UK. We played an instrumental role in delivering 3 major Sublots on HS2 with our teams proactively engaging with Front Office in UK and delivering beyond client expectations. This resulted in India team receiving many accolades from the contractor BBV and client HS2.

CTR team in India is proficient in working on multi-disciplinary projects integrating Design, BIM and Drawing production in a seamless workflow incorporating different software. The technical and management teams within CTR get an opportunity to work and interact with other CTR teams within Systra Group from Paris, Poland, Dubai, Philippines and Brazil.

We are seeking applications for position of Discipline Lead - Track for Bangalore location.

Missions/Main Duties

• Oversee and coordinate the slab track design, ensuring it complies with project specifications, codes, and standards
• Perform detailed technical reviews of design drawings, calculations, and specifications to maintain quality and consistency
• Develop and implement innovative solutions to address design challenges or constraints
• Plan and manage the design schedule to meet project deadlines
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the design process, ensuring smooth project delivery
• Act as the main point of contact with the client for slab track design aspects
• Collaborate with other disciplines (e.g., civil, signaling, and electrical) to integrate slab track designs seamlessly
• Work with vendors and contractors to ensure materials and construction align with design specifications
• Ensure designs meet all relevant railway and safety standards (e.g., EN, AREMA, or project-specific codes)
• Conduct static and dynamic load analyses to ensure the slab track can handle anticipated loads
• Identify opportunities to optimize slab track design for cost, durability, and performance
• Oversee simulations, prototypes, and field tests to validate design assumptions
• Prepare and maintain detailed design reports, drawings, and calculation sheets
• Report design progress and issues to project managers and senior management
• Implement quality control measures throughout the design process
• Guide and mentor junior engineers to enhance their technical skills
• Organize training sessions on slab track design principles, software, and standards
• Address technical queries or issues arising during design or construction phases
• Provide on-site support during construction, if necessary, to resolve design-related concerns

Profile/Skills

• In-depth knowledge of slab track systems, including design principles, load calculations, material properties, and construction techniques
• Having 10+ years of experience
• Familiarity with relevant international standards such as EN, AREMA, UIC, or other railway-specific codes
• Expertise in design and analysis software like Midas-CIVIL, STAAD Pro, SAP2000, or similar
• Ability to perform static, dynamic, and fatigue analyses to ensure track safety and durability
• Understanding the interaction between the track, supporting structures, and adjacent systems (Track-Structure Interaction)
• Awareness of slab track installation and maintenance practices

We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure.It's not a job - it's a career