Control Systems Engineer Traction and Aux Control

Wabtec; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Bengaluru seeks an experienced engineer to design traction and auxiliary control systems for locomotives, developing system requirements and validation plans. You will build Simulink models, perform desktop simulations, and participate in simulator and locomotive testing to ensure robust, cost‑effective designs.

The role requires a strong background in electrical/control engineering, hands‑on algorithm design, and collaboration with global teams to meet project goals and high

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control System Engineering.
• 4‑8 years of engineering experience in a similar or relevant field.
• Hands‑on experience designing control algorithms.
• Proficient knowledge of Simulink/Stateflow or equivalent tools.
• Proven analytical, interpersonal, communication, organization, planning, and leadership skills.
• Process focus and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop traction and auxiliary control systems for locomotives.
• Lead or participate in product conceptual designs and concept trade‑off analysis.
• Interact with locomotive system, subsystem, and component teams to define and document traction system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop Simulink models and conduct desktop simulations to verify the design.
• Develop validation plans and perform system validation.
• Provide robust designs that meet cost and reliability targets.
• Conduct simulator testing and participate in locomotive testing to validate traction control.
• Lead design reviews and present status reports to senior management.
• Must be willing to work with high‑horsepower and high‑voltage equipment.
• Execute design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.
• Work with cross‑functional and global teams to meet project objectives.

Skills

Control algorithms

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronics/Control Systems

Tools

Simulink/Stateflow

Job description

Role Summary

The role has responsibility for designing locomotive traction and auxiliary control systems that meet customer requirements, cost and reliability expectations. It includes defining system level requirements, preparing test plans, implementing design mandates and performing system validation.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design and develop traction and auxiliary control systems for locomotives.
• Lead or participate in product conceptual designs and concept trade‑off analysis.
• Interact with locomotive system, subsystem, and component teams to define and document traction system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop Simulink models and conduct desktop simulations to verify the design.
• Develop validation plans and perform system validation.
• Provide robust designs that meet cost and reliability targets.
• Conduct simulator testing and participate in locomotive testing to validate traction control.
• Lead design reviews and present status reports to senior management.
• Must be willing to work with high‑horsepower and high‑voltage equipment.
• Execute design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.
• Work with cross‑functional and global teams to meet project objectives.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control System Engineering.
• 4‑8 years of engineering experience in a similar or relevant field.
• Hands‑on experience designing control algorithms.
• Proficient knowledge of Simulink/Stateflow or equivalent tools.
• Proven analytical, interpersonal, communication, organization, planning, and leadership skills.
• Process focus and commitment to continuous improvement.

Desired Characteristics

• 5+ years as traction and auxiliary control engineer in locomotive systems.
• Experience working in cross‑functional environments.
• Strong knowledge of electric and control systems.
• Knowledge of locomotive control systems.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis; Six Sigma Greenbelt certification preferred.
• Experience with signal processing and interfacing with software for real‑time embedded control systems.
• Experience with requirements management tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Mandate

Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.