Design Manager (Traction Power Systems)

Siemens Mobility is an outstanding place to have a career in an innovative environment. At Siemens Mobility, we empower transport providers worldwide to realize sustainable mobility solutions. As a leading technology company, we combine the real and digital worlds like no other in rail. In an open ecosystem, we bring together rail infrastructure, customer service, and software to enable sustainable, comfortable and cost-effective rail traffic today.

What are my job responsibilities?  

• Responsible for leading the engineering, design activities for electrification projects i.e. design deliverable completion, clarification meetings with client, follow up with external consultants on submissions, vendors.
• Responsible for the design and execution of electrical packages for traction power systems e.g. MV Switchgear, DC Switchgear, DC Trackside equipment, Power Converters, Power / Traction Transformers, Auxiliary systems, CMS, Power SCADA.
• Perform traction power simulation studies using industrial software like Sidytrac, PSS SINCAL etc.
• Develop conceptual engineering solutions and propose and implement value‑addition engineering across projects.
• Provide system engineering support for tenders / bids including technical evaluation of packages,
• Collaborate closely with design and engineering teams to understand customer requirements, coordinate design verification, and manage submissions to clients.
• Manage system interfaces and configuration management with sub-contractors/sub-units of Siemens.
• Monitor and manage design change requests, implementing action plans for impacted systems through to successful completion.
• Implement cost and value engineering initiatives to optimize technical solutions while adhering to specifications and project timelines.
• Work closely with project teams, interfacing teams, and Testing & Commissioning (T&C) teams, including coordination with system‑wide contractors.
• Provide comprehensive project support during handover activities, including round‑the‑clock support when required.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Your Qualifications And Skills – Digital And Solid

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the MRT electrification projects with strong foundational knowledge and practical expertise as an Electrical Engineer.
• Proven experience in AC and DC Electrification systems including control and protection systems, PLCs, and interfaces with AC/DC switchgear and other traction power equipment.
• Hands-on experience in handling medium to high complexity solution projects.
• Knowledge of AC/DC traction power systems simulation studies is an added advantage.
• Well verse in local transportation operators' standards, regulations and legal requirements.
• Ability to adapt to different working environments and diverse customer working terms and conditions.
• Strong, effective communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels within the business as well as with new and existing customers.

We support a diverse workforce.

Siemens is a proud equal opportunity employer, creating a work environment of diversity and inclusion. Our diverse workforce cultivates Innovation and Excellence and in turn creates a workplace where our employees belong and prosper. Diversity and inclusion help us fully realise the potential of our people. As part of Siemens Ownership culture, Siemens also genuinely supports reasonable flexible working practices that empower our employees to best meet work and personal commitments.