Depot Layout Engineer
Core
Planning, designing, and optimizing railway depot layouts for passenger and freight rail systems, integrating civil, track, systems, operational, and safety requirements.
Role type
Senior IC railway depot layout engineer
Builds
Functional, cost-effective, and future-ready depot layouts supporting operational efficiency and maintainability
Domain
Railway infrastructure / Civil engineering
Required skills
Railway track geometry design, Depot operations planning, Multidisciplinary coordination, CAD/BIM software proficiency, Railway standards compliance (IRS, RDSO, UIC, EN, AREMA), Cost optimization, Site execution support
Preferred skills
Rake movement simulation, Depot capacity analysis, Value engineering, Turnout configuration optimization
Technologies
OpenRail, PowerRail, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, BIM platforms
Responsibilities
Develop conceptual and detailed depot layouts including stabling, inspection, and workshop tracks; Design track layouts complying with international standards; Coordinate with civil, OHE, signalling, and rolling stock teams; Incorporate maintenance workflow logic into layout design; Prepare design documentation including GADs and 3D models; Optimize turnout quantity and configuration for cost reduction; Provide design clarification during construction and support commissioning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC