Depot Layout Engineer

Larsen & Toubro; Faridabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro is seeking an experienced Railway Depot Layout Engineer to plan, design and optimize depot layouts for passenger and freight systems. The role requires coordinating civil, track, systems, and safety requirements to deliver cost-effective, scalable depots.

You will work on multidisciplinary layouts, ensure compliance with standards, and support project execution from concept to handover, including 2D/3D modeling and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing railway depots and yard layouts.
• Knowledge of track geometry and yard planning for passenger and freight systems.
• Familiarity with IRS, RDSO, UIC, EN, AREMA standards where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, preliminary and detailed depot layouts including stabling lines, workshops, and stores.
• Coordinate with civil, track, OHE, signaling and M&E teams for integrated depot design.
• Ensure safety, capacity, and future expansion in layout planning.
• Prepare GADs, track layout plans, sections and yard signalling interfaces.
• Review drawings, support tender documentation and design reports.

Skills

Depot layout design

Track geometry

Yard planning

CAD/BIM software

Railway standards

Tools

OpenRail

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

#LI-DNI - Old TAR - LNT/DLE/1675087 Job Description:Role OverviewThe Railway Depot Layout Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, coordinating, and optimizing railway depot layouts for passenger and freight rail systems, including metro, high-speed rail, suburban rail, and mainline railway projects. The role involves integrating civil, track, systems, operational, maintenance, and safety requirements into a functional, cost-effective, and future-ready depot layout.The engineer ensures that depot infrastructure supports operational efficiency, maintainability, safety compliance, and long-term scalability. This role requires strong technical expertise in railway track geometry, depot operations, stabling concepts, workshop planning, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Depot Planning & Concept DevelopmentDevelop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed layouts for railway depots including:Stabling linesInspection linesWorkshop tracksHeavy maintenance baysWashing plantsWheel lathe tracksTesting tracksAdministration buildingsStores and utility areasDetermine optimum track arrangement based on rolling stock type, rake formation, maintenance philosophy, and operational headway.Prepare land requirement assessments and optimize space utilization.Ensure provision for future expansion and additional fleet capacity.
• 2. Track Geometry & Layout DesignDesign depot track layouts in compliance with:Client technical specificationsIRS / RDSO / UIC / EN / AREMA standards (as applicable)Project-specific standards and guidelines.Track alignment drawingsTurnout and crossover layoutsCurvature and gradient profilesTrack center spacing plansClearance diagramsCoordinate with permanent way designers for turnout selection and yard geometry.Ensure proper integration of buffer stops, catch sidings, and safety features.
• 3. Multidisciplinary CoordinationCoordinate with:Civil/Structural team for depot buildings and foundationsOHE / Traction Power teams for mast placement and neutral sectionsSignalling & Telecom teams for depot interlocking and yard signallingRolling stock team for maintenance requirementsE&M team for utilities and depot equipmentEnsure adequate clearances for OHE structures, inspection pits, cranes, and maintenance platforms.Resolve interface conflicts between track, building, drainage, and service corridors.
• 4. Operational & Maintenance PlanningIncorporate maintenance workflow logic into layout:Entry/exit sequencingCleaning inspection repair stabling flowDesign efficient rake movement paths minimizing shunting.Provide emergency evacuation and rescue access provisions.Evaluate depot throughput capacity and maintenance cycle efficiency.Prepare depot capacity calculation sheets based on fleet size and maintenance schedule.
• 5. Compliance & SafetyEnsure layout compliance with:Fire safety normsEmergency access requirementsOccupational safety standardsMinimum track spacing and safe walkwaysProvide derailment containment measures.Ensure adequate drainage and flood protection planning.Incorporate fail-safe track arrangements and safe working zones.
• 6. Design Documentation & DeliverablesPrepare and review:General Arrangement Drawings (GAD)Track layout plansLongitudinal and cross sectionsYard signalling interface drawingsBOQ inputs for track and depot infrastructureGenerate 2D and 3D models using tools such as:OpenRail / PowerRailAutoCAD / Civil 3DMicroStationBIM platforms (if applicable)Support tender documentation, technical specifications, and design reports.
• 7. Cost Optimization & Value EngineeringOptimize turnout quantity and configuration to reduce cost.Evaluate alternative layout configurations for efficiency.Provide inputs for cost estimation of:Track materialsTurnouts and crossingsBallast and substructureDepot civil worksParticipate in value engineering workshops.
• 8. Site Support & Execution InterfaceProvide design clarification during construction stage.Review contractor shop drawings.Assist in resolving site constraints related to geometry, land, utilities, and services.Support depot commissioning activities and layout validation.
• 9. Stakeholder CoordinationInterface with:Client engineering teamsIndependent Engineer / Authority EngineerPMC consultantsRolling stock suppliersParticipate in design review meetings and technical presentations.Address client comments and revise layout accordingly.

Technical Skills Required

Strong knowledge of railway yard and depot track design principles.Expertise in turnout geometry and yard planning.Understanding of maintenance depot functionality.Familiarity with railway standards (IRS, RDSO, UIC, EN, AREMA).Knowledge of:Track structure (ballasted & ballastless)Inspection pit designMaintenance bay configurationOHE interface constraintsProficiency in CAD/BIM software (OpenRail preferred).Working knowledge of depot signalling logic and yard interlocking principles.Ability to perform capacity analysis and rake movement simulation (preferred).