Associate Manager / Manager / Sr. Manager – Engineering Design (EDRC)
Department:
Engineering Design (EDRC)
Location:
Nova Control Tecnologix Office (Yelahanka) / e2E Rail Head Office (Hebbal), Bangalore
Band / Grade:
4A / 4B / 4C – Managerial Band
Reporting To:
Department Head
Job Summary
The Associate Manager / Manager / Sr. Manager – Engineering Design (EDRC) is responsible for leading end-to-end execution, planning, and governance of railway signalling design activities across projects, including ABS, MSDAC, and EI systems.
The role involves ownership of design deliverables, team leadership, client interface, and ensuring compliance with
RDSO / Indian Railways / CORE standards
, while driving quality, timelines, and efficient multidisciplinary coordination.
This is a leadership role requiring both
technical expertise and team management capability
, with accountability for delivery across multiple projects or design packages.
Roles & Responsibilities
1. Design Leadership & Delivery Ownership
Lead and oversee preparation and approval of signalling design deliverables, including:
Signal Interlocking Plans (SIP)
Table of Control (TOC)
Signal Wiring / Relay Wiring Diagrams (SWR / SWRD)
Route Control Charts / Tables (RCC / RCT)
Ensure development and validation of detailed AutoCAD (2D) drawings:
Route Plans, Cable Routing & Core Charts
Location Box / REB / Equipment Layouts
Control Tables, CTRs, and Interface Drawings
Take ownership of
complete design lifecycle
from concept to As-Built stage
2. Planning & Project Control
Plan design activities, allocate resources, and track progress across multiple projects
Ensure adherence to project timelines, milestones, and client submission schedules
Monitor design productivity, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Drive timely closure of
TQs, RFIs, and design comments
3. Standards, Quality & Compliance
Ensure all design outputs comply with:
RDSO guidelines
Indian Railways standards
CORE / project-specific specifications
Establish and enforce
design quality checks, review mechanisms, and audit readiness
Ensure proper
revision control, documentation discipline, and traceability
Lead internal and external
design reviews, audits, and approvals
4. Multidisciplinary Coordination
Drive coordination across:
Signalling (S&T)
Electrical (Power Supply / IPS / SCADA interfaces)
Civil (foundations, trenching, cable routes)
Act as a key interface between
design, execution, and client teams
Resolve interface issues and ensure seamless integration across disciplines
5. Client & Stakeholder Management
Interface with clients, consultants, OEMs, and railway authorities for approvals
Present design concepts, clarifications, and technical justifications
Manage client expectations and ensure timely incorporation of feedback
Support techno-commercial discussions where required
6. Team Leadership & Capability Building
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Engineers and Sr. Engineers
Review team outputs and ensure adherence to quality and timelines
Identify skill gaps and drive training initiatives within EDRC
Build a strong second line of leadership within the design team
7. Execution Support & T&C Interface
Provide technical guidance during
installation, testing & commissioning (T&C)
Support resolution of site issues from a design perspective
Ensure alignment between
design intent and site execution
Participate in design validation and final commissioning documentation
Technical Skills Required
Strong expertise in
railway signalling systems (EI / RRI / Panel / ABS / MSDAC)
In-depth knowledge of:
SIP, TOC, SWR, SWRD, RCC
Cable plans, core charts, and interlocking principles
Proficiency in
AutoCAD (2D mandatory)
Exposure to
MicroStation or other design tools
(added advantage)
Strong understanding of
railway standards and approval processes
Key Competencies
Leadership and team management capability
Strong ownership and accountability for delivery
Excellent planning and organizational skills
High attention to detail and engineering accuracy
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
Effective stakeholder and client management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines
Required Qualifications
B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics & Communication
Experience
8–15 years
in railway signalling design
Proven experience in handling
end-to-end design delivery and team leadership
