Track Design Lead - Slab Track

About the role

Egis, an international engineering, consulting and construction firm active in architecture, infrastructure and mobility services, is hiring a Track Design Lead in Bengaluru. The role oversees and coordinates slab track design, ensuring compliance with project specifications, codes and standards, and acts as the main technical point of contact with clients.

Key responsibilities

• Review design drawings, calculations and specifications, and plan and manage design schedules to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Identify and mitigate risks, liaise with vendors and contractors, and mentor junior engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with railway and safety standards (EN, AREMA, UIC or project-specific codes).
• Perform static and dynamic load analyses, supervise simulations, prototypes and field validation tests, and propose cost-efficient, durable and maintainable design improvements.
• Prepare design reports, drawings and calculation records, report progress and issues to project managers, and organize technical training sessions.
• Provide on-site technical support during installation or construction when required.

Required profile

• 10 years of relevant experience in railway or track design projects.
• In-depth knowledge of slab track systems, including design principles, material properties and construction techniques.
• Understanding of Track-Structure Interaction (TSI) and awareness of slab track installation, maintenance and inspection practices.
• Excellent coordination, communication and client interface skills.

Required skills

• Familiarity with EN, AREMA, UIC or equivalent railway design codes.
• Proficiency in design and analysis tools such as Midas Civil, STAAD Pro or SAP2000.
• Ability to perform static, dynamic and fatigue analyses.