Locomotive Platform Engineer

Quest Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global Bengaluru seeks an experienced Platform subsystem designer for locomotive/industrial projects. You will own subsystem design, coordinate engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and field service teams to meet milestones and deliver high‑quality solutions.

The role requires strong UG NX and Teamcenter skills, plus expertise in structural calculations, GD&T, DFx, and driving cost savings. Excellent English communication and proactive collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in platform subsystem design for locomotive, automotive, or heavy industries.
• Proficient in UG NX and Teamcenter (TcE).
• Strong command of English and MS Office; good written and verbal communication.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and tollgate reviews.

Responsibilities

• Own key CTQs such as delivery, schedule, and quality for assigned subsystems within engineering teams.
• Ensure all project management activities are executed on time, with trackers maintained and updated.
• Deliver value additions and cost‑saving opportunities beyond customer expectations.
• Participate in meetings with functional managers, CFT members, and tollgate reviews.

Skills

Platform subsystem design

UG NX

Teamcenter TcE

CTQs (delivery/schedule/quality)

Project management

Cost saving opportunities

Engineering fundamentals

Structural calculations

Sheet metal design

FMEA

ANSI ISO ASTM standards

GD&T

Cross-functional collaboration

Tollgate reviews

Tools

UG NX

Teamcenter TcE

MS Office

Job description

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in Platform subsystem/component design and development for locomotive, automotive, or heavy industries.
• Proficient in UG NX with working knowledge of Teamcenter (TcE).
• Own key CTQs such as delivery, schedule, and quality for assigned subsystems within engineering teams.
• Ensure all project management activities are executed on time, with a priority focus on maintaining and updating trackers.
• Deliver value additions and cost‑saving opportunities beyond customer expectations.
• Possess thorough knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
• Strong skills in structural calculations, including bolted joint, weld joint, and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
• Design calculations.
• Sheet metal design.
• Ability to analyze shop‑floor issues and provide effective solutions.
• Experience in concept generation using structured idea‑generation methods.
• Good understanding of new component introduction processes, FMEA, and component validation.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards such as ANSI, ISO, and ASTM.
• Proficient in English communication (oral and written) and MS Office.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack‑up, and DFA/DFM/DFS principles.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams, including Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Field Service, and external engineering consultants.
• Participate in meetings with functional managers, CFT members, and tollgate reviews.

Basic understanding of FEA, including coordinating with analysis teams and interpreting shared reports.

Work Experience

• Strong drawing reading and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes.
• Familiarity with quality and inspection measuring equipment.
• Strong personal soft skills, self‑motivation, and proactive attitude.
• High level of creativity and innovation.
• Demonstrated strong work ethics.