Lead Engineer- Track - Ahmedabad / Bangalore / Chennai

Description

SYSTRA seeks a senior engineer to lead the review of complex design deliverables, ensure optimal solutions, and mentor junior designers. The role includes overseeing technical reviews, managing financial and quality performance, and driving innovation through sustainable development, standardization and automation. The incumbent will also be responsible for resource planning, compliance with SYSTRA policies and ISO standards, and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead review of complex design deliverables (plan/profile drawings, cross‑sections, BOQs).
• Ensure design teams develop optimal, high‑quality, innovative solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers.
• Oversee technical review process for accuracy, efficiency and standards compliance.
• Manage complex design projects independently from feasibility to detailed design.
• Lead resource planning and delivery strategy for tender teams.
• Drive innovation by staying informed on sustainable development, standardization, automation and emerging technologies.
• Organize teams to adopt new technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with Systra Group policies, ethics, safety and ISO standards.
• Promote and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Ideal candidates hold a B.Tech, M.E. or M.Tech in civil, railway or transportation engineering and have at least ten years of design experience on rail infrastructure projects. Proficiency with Bentley OpenRail Designer, Bentley Rail Track, and Civil 3D, as well as deep knowledge of rail alignment design codes (AREMA, UIC, EN), templates, corridor modelling and construction standards, is required. Experience in team management, mentoring, risk assessment and strong communication skills are also essential.

• Own financial and quality performance of projects within the discipline.
• B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in civil, railway or transportation engineering.
• 10+ years of design experience on rail infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of leading and managing complex projects independently.
• Proficient in Bentley OpenRail Designer, Bentley Rail Track and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of template creation, corridor modelling, cross‑section, turnout design, superelevation and regression analysis.
• Deep understanding of multi‑disciplinary rail alignment design and construction standards (AREMA/UIC/EN).
• Experience in team management, mentoring and development.
• Demonstrated involvement in major projects with risk assessments and technical analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance