Project Engineer

Columbus McKinnon Corporation Ltd. UK; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation Ltd. UK in India seeks an Executive Projects (LM – Rail) to support planning, execution, installation, testing and commissioning of railway depot crane, pit-jack and mobile-jack equipment, ensuring compliance with technical specs, safety standards and project schedules.

The role coordinates with cross-functional teams, customers and site stakeholders to deliver projects efficiently while maintaining quality, cost control and thorough documentation; travel to depot

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics or related discipline.
• 0–4 years of experience in railway, metro, depot equipment, industrial automation, rolling stock, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: support planning, scheduling and resource management; execute projects per specs, budget and timeline; monitor progress and mitigate risks.
• Technical Management: review technical docs; ensure compliance with railway standards; coordinate with design and engineering for clarifications.
• Installation & Commissioning: supervise installation and integration; coordinate testing and commissioning activities; ensure performance meets requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: prepare progress reports and technical docs; track deliverables and change requests; support as-built documentation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering/ electrical engineering/ Mechatronics Engineering/ related discipline

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary/Overview

Position: Executive Projects (LM – Rail)

Position Summary: The Executive Projects (LM - Rail) is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, installation, testing, and commissioning of railway depot (Crane, Pit-Jack, Mobile-Jack) equipment projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and project schedules. The role coordinates with cross-functional teams, customers, and site stakeholders to deliver projects efficiently while maintaining quality, cost, and documentation requirements. Experience in crane Industry is an added advantage.

Location: India / Project Site / Depot Facilities (Travel as required)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Project Execution

• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource management activities.
• Execute railway depot equipment projects in accordance with project specifications, budget, and timeline.
• Monitor project progress and identify risks, delays, and mitigation measures.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.

Technical Management

• Review technical specifications, drawings, and design documents.
• Ensure compliance with railway standards, customer requirements, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, and product teams for technical clarifications.
• Support preparation and review of method statements, inspection plans, and technical reports.

Installation & Commissioning

• Supervise installation and integration of depot equipment systems.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities with stakeholders.
• Ensure equipment performance meets contractual and operational requirements.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues during installation and commissioning.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare project progress reports, technical documentation, and status updates.
• Maintain records of engineering, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Track project deliverables, change requests, and punch-list items.
• Support preparation of as-built documentation and project closeout reports.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering/ electrical engineering/ Mechatronics Engineering/ related discipline.

Experience:

• 0-4 years of experience in railway, metro, depot equipment, industrial automation, rolling stock, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in installation, testing, and commissioning of industrial or railway systems is preferred.