Installation, Onsite Test & Commissioning Lead – Loco Kavach
Siemens
Lead installation, testing, and commissioning of Kavach units in Indian Railways locomotives.
7 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Onsite
Company Size
303,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Industry Automation
Power Transmission
Imaging & Therapy Systems
Diagnostics
Rail Systems
Mobility & Logistics
Low & Medium Voltage
Smart Grid
Sector Specialisms
Industrial Automation
Building Automation
Rail Transport
Health Technology
Factory Automation
Process Industries
Pharmaceuticals
Chemicals
Role
What you would be doing
system integration
hardware installation
functional testing
troubleshooting
commissioning
team leadership
- System Integration & Interfaces: Integrate Kavach with brake interface units and ensure seamless functionality.
- Ensure correct placement, wiring, and integration of Kavach hardware with locomotive systems.
- Safety, Quality & Compliance: Ensure compliance with Indian Railways safety standards and RDSO guidelines.
- Coordinate with railway depots, workshops, and project stakeholders for smooth execution.
- Conduct training and knowledge transfer sessions for railway staff and field engineers.
- Validate system compatibility with different locomotive models and configurations.
- Conduct detailed checks for locomotive-specific interfaces including traction, braking, and communication systems.
- Conduct functional testing, fault simulations, and end-to-end system validation.
- Troubleshoot interface issues and coordinate with design/engineering teams for corrective actions.
- Monitor project progress, resolve onsite issues, and ensure adherence to timelines.
- Installation & Retro-fitment: Lead the installation and retro-fitment of Kavach units in various types of Indian Railways locomotives.
- Maintain high standards of installation quality, documentation, and reporting.
- Onsite Testing & Commissioning: Develop and execute onsite test procedures for Kavach installation in locomotives.
- Leadership & Coordination: Lead field installation teams and supervise contractors/vendors during site activities.
- Review and interpret loco interface wiring diagrams to plan and execute installations.
- Ensure successful commissioning, acceptance, and certification as per RDSO and Indian Railways standards.
What you bring
kavach
etcs
8+ years
troubleshooting
coordination
bachelor's
- Strong stakeholder coordination skills with Indian Railways and RDSO.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting loco interface wiring diagrams.
- Prior experience with Kavach, ETCS, CBTC, or similar train protection systems is highly desirable.
- Strong technical knowledge of locomotive systems and Kavach retro-fitment.
- Familiarity with Indian Railway operations, depot practices, and retro-fitment processes.
- 8+ years of experience in locomotive installation, integration, or commissioning (preferably in railway signaling/train protection systems).
- Willingness to travel extensively across Indian Railways sites for installations and testing.
- Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Railway Engineering or related field.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and timely execution of projects.
- Hands-on experience with brake interface units and Kavach system integration.
- Ability to lead and manage field installation and commissioning teams.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1847
Historical Milestone
Established as a small telegraph company and transformed into a global leader in technology.
- The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries.
- With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
- Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility.
- Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles.
- It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors.
- Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.
- Leading change is a team effort
- Our people are enthusiasts with diverse backgrounds, skills and interests
- Every individual is valued
- Ownership – empowering employees to take responsibility
- Collaboration – leveraging unique strengths to find creative solutions
- Respect & Inclusion – diverse, respectful, flat hierarchies, flexibility, celebrating individual contributions
90% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2030
Achieve a 90% reduction in own-operations greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2019 levels by 2030.
144 million tonnes
CO₂-equivalent avoided in FY 2024
Products sold in FY 2024 helped customers avoid approximately 144 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions.
100% renewable
Electricity by 2030
Transition to 100% renewable electricity across operations by 2030, aligned with the RE100 initiative.
90% reduction
Scope 3 emissions by 2050
Achieve a 90% reduction in value-chain (Scope 3) emissions by 2050, validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative.
- Achieve net‑zero greenhouse‑gas emissions across the value chain by 2050
- Own‑operations net‑zero by 2030
- Value‑chain (Scope 3) target: 30% reduction by 2030
- €650 million invested in decarbonization efforts by 2030
- 100% EV fleet (EV100) by 2030
- 100% net‑zero buildings (EP100) by 2030
- Scope 1 & 2 emissions reduced by 50% since 2019, Scope 3 by 15% since 2019
- Products sold in FY 2024 helped customers avoid ~144 million tonnes CO₂‑equivalent
- Eco‑design standard achievement: 54%; 25,000 Siemens products labeled “EcoTech” for sustainable design
- Landfill waste down ~12%; recycling share of total waste 84%
Women at 32%
Top Management Increase
Women in top management roles increased significantly from a baseline of 23% in FY 2020 to 32% in FY 2024.
- DEGREE strategic framework includes 'Equity' as a measurable field of action
- Global Equity program focuses on equal rights in hiring and internal promotion processes
- SBTi‑validated targets exclude DEI but inclusion embedded in governance and career development
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