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We are looking for System Manager / Architect – Loco Kavach (Onboard ATP System)

The Onboard ATP System Manager / System Architect will be responsible for leading the design, architecture, and lifecycle management of the Onboard Kavach Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. This role involves defining system-level requirements, ensuring compliance with national and international railway safety standards, integrating the onboard system with trackside infrastructure, and overseeing technical delivery from concept through deployment.

The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, system engineering skills, and stakeholder coordination abilities, with a focus on delivering a safety-critical system compliant with SIL-4 standards.

You’ll make a difference by

• System Architecture & Design: Define, develop, and maintain System Requirements Specifications (SRS) the system architecture for the Onboard Kavach ATP system, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety.
• Identify reusable components from existing ATP or ETCS platforms (e.g., TCC, ECC) and adapt them for Kavach requirements.
• Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) ensuring seamless subsystem integration.
• Ensure seamless integration between Onboard ATP and Trackside (Kavach) subsystems, including interoperability with other vendors’ systems.
• Apply systems thinking to optimize complex embedded safety-critical systems.
• Ensure compliance with SIL4 safety standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, EN 50159).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, safety, and validation.
• Engage with customers, certification bodies, and railway operators to align system design with expectations.
• Requirements Management: Capture, analyse, and validate customer, regulatory, and operational requirements for the onboard ATP system.
• Ensure compliance with relevant CENELEC EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, and Indian Railway standards for ATP systems.
• Manage requirements traceability throughout the system lifecycle.
• Safety & Compliance:Drive the system design towards achieving SIL-4 safety integrity level.
• Collaborate with safety teams, assess hazards, and define safety mitigation strategies.
• Support independent safety assessments (ISA) and type approval processes with Indian Railways and RDSO.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as the primary technical authority for the onboard ATP system, guiding the engineering team in system design and implementation.
• Provide technical inputs for procurement, supplier evaluation, and component qualification.
• Lead design reviews, technical audits, and architecture workshops.
• Evaluate and recommend platforms, tools, and emerging technologies.
• Integration, Testing & Commissioning: Oversee integration of onboard subsystems (e.g., Vital Computer, Brake Interface Unit, Driver Machine Interface, Train Interface Units).
• Define and supervise system-level verification & validation (V&V) plans, including lab testing, field trials, and operational acceptance tests.
• Coordinate with Rolling Stock teams for equipment installation and interface validation.
• 6. Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with Indian Railways, RDSO, vendors, and internal teams to ensure alignment on technical specifications and project milestones.
• Provide regular progress updates to project and program management teams.
• Manage technical risks, issues, and change requests effectively.

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Railway Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 15+ years in railway signalling, ATP, or train control systems, with at least 5 years in system architecture or system management roles.
• Hands-on experience with ETCS, CBTC, or other ATP systems.
• Proven track record of delivering safety-critical SIL-4 systems.
• Deep knowledge of ATP system components, onboard hardware & software architecture.
• Expertise in EN 50126/50128/50129 standards and functional safety lifecycle.
• Familiarity with RAMS, FMECA, hazard analysis, and safety case preparation.
• Experience with train-to-trackside communication protocols and onboard equipment integration.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Possess interpersonal and soft skills, essential for effective teamwork e.g. communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, adaptability, cross functional / organizational and intercultural collaboration.
• Fluent in English both orally and written for communication with different stakeholders
• Independent and has a structured work approach.

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Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.

This role is based in Bangalore. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

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