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We have 2x exciting Jobs of the Week this week. In New Delhi, India we are looking for a TCMS Lead and Software Engineers.
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Rail News
12 August 2025. Australia. $4M for Tas level crossing upgrades
The Federal Government’s Regional Level Crossing Upgrade Fund (RLCUF) is set to deliver significant upgrades for railway crossings in Tasmania. The RLCUF aims to improve railway crossing safety in regional areas and reduce serious and fatal crashes that have a devastating impact on communities. The Federal Government has committed $160 million over four years to state and territory governments to support the cost of delivering railway crossing upgrades.
Source: Infrastructure Magazine
11 August 2025. Taiwan. New Taipei metro extension to Taoyuan approved
The Executive Yuan approved a 4 km extension of the Sanying (Light Blue) line metro in New Taipei on August 1. The fully elevated Sanying line is under construction on a 14·3 km route from the southern Dingpu terminus of Taipei Metro’s Blue Line to Yingtao Fude on the border of New Taipei and Taoyuan. Opening of this initial section is scheduled for the first quarter of next year. The extension would run from Yingtao Fude to Danan on Taoyuan’s under-construction Green Line, serving three stations.
Source: Metro Report International
11 August 2025. United Kingdom. Construction of landmark Rail innovation centre takes shape
Construction of a modern rail innovation and training centre in Barrow Hill is beginning to take shape as the steel frame is being constructed. The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) is being built next to the historic Barrow Hill Roundhouse. Once complete, it will provide classroom and training areas, specialist research and development facilities including a digital laboratory, and commercial workshop space. Work on the project began on site in early June and has progressed quickly.
Source: Rail UK
11 August 2025. United Kingdom. DB Cargo UK begins ETCS fleet fitment at Toton Depot
DB Cargo UK has started work this week to fit the new European Train Control System (ETCS) to nine of its Class 66 freight locomotives. The work, which is being undertaken at DB Cargo’s Toton Traction Maintenance Depot in the East Midlands, is part of the National Freight ETCS Programme, a critical component of the £1.4 billion East Coast Digital Programme. The initial roll-out of ETCS fitment is being delivered by the East Coast Digital Programme.
Source: Rail UK
11 August 2025. Romania. Alstom unveils Traxx electric locomotive design for Romania’s ARF
New locomotive deliveries are set to begin in the first half of 2026. Alstom has revealed the design of the Traxx Universal electric locomotive intended for the Romanian Railway Reform Authority (ARF), a development in the contract established in 2024. This agreement encompasses the delivery of 16 locomotives along with 20 years of maintenance and repair services, with the option to extend for an additional 20 years through a supplementary agreement.
Source: Railway Technology
11 August 2025. India. Foundation laid for manufacturing hub in Madhya Pradesh, India
The new facility will offer “advanced” capabilities for the design, production, assembly, and testing of various train models. The foundation stone for the ‘Brahma–BEML Rail Manufacturing Hub’ was laid in Umaria village, located in the Bhojpur Assembly of Madhya Pradesh, with an investment of Rs18bn ($205.1m). The ceremony was attended by Indian Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, local MP and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, and other officials
Source: Railway Technology
11 August 2025. United Kingdom. Giant HS2 bridge ready to be put into place
A specialist HS2 engineering team is preparing for a complex and high-precision operation to move a 112-metre-long, 1,631-tonne steel bridge over Lawley Middleway, part of Birmingham’s ring road, this August. Delivered by Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV) and heavy lifting experts Mammoet, the operation will use a combination of self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) and a skidding system to rotate and position the bridge. This technique, rarely used in UK infrastructure projects, marks a first for BBV on the HS2 programme.
Source: Rail Technology Magazine
8 August 2025. India. Indian Railways plans an artificial intelligence centre of excellence
Indian Railways intends to establish a Railway AI Centre of Excellence to support the emergence of what railway officials are describing as ‘a future-ready AI ecosystem’ for the sector. The centre will create a ‘future roadmap’ which includes a strategic framework that is intended to meet the challenges of data quality and interfaces with legacy systems. The facility will also address the need for skilled AI professionals, integration with safety-critical systems, and cybersecurity and ethical concerns.
Source: Railway Gazette International
7 August 2025. Canada. North End Connectors secures contract for Yonge North Subway Extension
This project involves the construction of twin 6.3km tunnels from Finch Station on TTC Line 1 to a location south of Langstaff Road in Markham. The North End Connectors consortium has secured a fixed-price C$1.4bn ($1.01bn) contract from Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Metrolinx for the Yonge North Subway Extension tunnelling project in Canada. This project, funded by the Government of Canada with C$2.24bn, involves the construction of twin 6.3km tunnels from Finch Station on the TTC Line.
Source: Railway Technology
Jobs of the Week
TCMS Lead (Train Control and Monitoring System) New Delhi, India
Job ID#: 15195
Discipline: Electrical
Language: English
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a TCMS Lead to join our team and spearhead the architecture, development, integration, and validation of Train Control and Monitoring Systems for next-gen rail vehicles. You will play a key leadership role in both design execution and client-facing program delivery, contributing directly to the development of cutting-edge, safety-critical railway technologies.
This role is based in New Delhi, India.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead system-level design and development of TCMS solutions, including hardware architecture, software architecture, and network configuration.
- Oversee end-to-end integration of subsystems (braking, propulsion, doors, HVAC, CCTV, fire safety, etc.) into the TCMSI
- Interface with rail OEMs, rolling stock manufacturers, and standards bodies to ensure regulatory and functional compliance.
- Prepare and manage technical documentation, including FRS, SRS, ICDs, validation protocols, and safety cases.
- Guide and coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams—software, embedded systems, testing, and field support.
- Conduct field trials, troubleshooting, and system commissioning support as needed.
- Stay current with global TCMS trends and standards (IEC 61375, EN 50128, EN 50155, etc.).
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in TCMS development and integration, preferably with rolling stock OEMs or rail tech companies.
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, CAN bus, MVB, Ethernet Train Backbone (ETB), and train communication protocols.
- Hands-on experience with IEC 61375, EN 50155, and EN 50128.
- Strong documentation and system engineering background.
- Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate with external stakeholders.
Must Have
- Experience with SIL-certified software systems.
- Exposure to real-time operating systems (RTOS) and model-based design.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements in railway systems.
- Prior involvement in metro, LRT, or intercity rail projects.
Contact: Rajni Tewani (rajni@railpersonnel.com)
Software Engineer – TCMS, New Delhi, India
Job ID#: 15196
Discipline: Electrical
Language: English
Job Description:
Our client is seeking Software Engineers specializing in Embedded Electronics to join our expanding engineering team. This role is ideal for motivated individuals with 1–2 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems development who want to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
This role is based in New Delhi, India.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and debug embedded software for microcontroller-based systems
- Work with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
- Conduct unit testing, troubleshooting, and optimization of embedded code.
- Participate in the design review process and contribute to product improvements.
- Maintain documentation for code, processes, and system architecture.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field
- 1-2 years of experience in embedded systems programming (C/C++ preferred)
- Experience with microcontrollers, RTOS, and hardware-software integration
- Familiarity with communication protocols (Ethernet, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.)
- Basic understanding of PCB design and electronic hardware concepts.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
Contact: Rajni Tewani (rajni@railpersonnel.com)
