Rail Telecom Network Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis, Bengaluru-based, seeks an experienced Network Engineer - Rail Telecom Systems to design, engineer, configure, test, and maintain telecom and data networks for major rail and metro projects.

You will work with cross-disciplinary teams on IP/MPLS networks, routing, switching, and rail-specific telecom applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering reliable, secure communications across stations and rolling stock.

Qualifications

• CCNA/CCNP certification is mandatory.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in telecom/network engineering.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, routing, switching, and rail telecom systems.

Responsibilities

• Design WAN, LAN, and station communication networks for rail projects.
• Configure routers and switches and support interoperability testing.
• Prepare topology diagrams, ICDs, and network documentation.
• Develop IP addressing schemes, VLANs, and subnet plans.
• Ensure compliance with rail industry standards and Network Rail requirements.

Skills

CCNA/CCNP

IP Networking

MPLS

Routing

OSPF

BGP

VLANs

QoS

Network Security

Monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or Telecom Engineering

Tools

Cisco Routers & Switches

Industrial Ethernet Devices

Job description

Location: Bengaluru/Noida/Gurugram

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer - Rail Telecom Systems to work on the design, engineering, configuration, remote support, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of telecom and data network systems for major railway and metro projects, including Network Rail (UK), Australia, Canada, and other international rail infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will have strong expertise in IP Networking, MPLS, Routing & Switching, Fiber Optic Networks, Telecom Transmission Systems, and rail‑specific telecom applications. The engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Your role

• Develop and review telecom network architectures for railway and metro projects.
• Design WAN, LAN, and station communication networks.
• Prepare telecom system block diagrams, architecture drawings, interface diagrams, and network topology documents.
• Develop IP addressing schemes, subnet plans, and VLAN strategies.
• Support design reviews and ensure compliance with Network Rail and rail industry standards.

IP/MPLS Network Engineering

Configure and support:

• MPLS Networks
• Layer 2 & Layer 3 Networks
• Static & Dynamic Routing
• OSPF
• BGP (desirable)
• VRRP/HSRP
• VLANs
• QoS
• ACLs

Additional responsibilities

• Perform network capacity planning and redundancy analysis.
• Support resilient network designs for mission‑critical rail applications.

Telecommunications Systems

Support the design and integration of:

• Operational Telecom Networks
• Data Communication Systems
• LAN/WAN
• Transmission Networks
• Fiber Optic Communication Systems
• SDH/DWDM Systems
• GSM‑R (desirable)
• IP Telephony / VoIP
• CCTV Networks
• Video Analytics
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• PAVA Systems
• Customer Information Systems
• Help Point Systems
• Telephone Systems
• Radio Systems
• Access Control Systems
• SCADA Communication Networks
• Security Management Systems

Configuration & Integration

• Configure routers, switches, and network devices.
• Support network integration activities with:
• Signalling Systems
• SCADA
• OCC / Control Centres
• Stations
• Rolling Stock
• Depot Systems
• Execute interoperability and interface testing.

Testing & Commissioning

• Prepare and review FAT, SAT, SIF, and test procedures.
• Support site testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.

Documentation

Prepare and review:

• Telecom Design Reports
• Detailed Design Documents
• System Architecture Diagrams
• Network Topology Drawings
• Interface Control Documents (ICD)
• BOQ/BOM
• Configuration Manuals
• O&M Manuals
• RAMS Inputs
• As-Built Documentation

About you

Networking

• CCNA/CCNP Certified (Mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of:
• TCP/IP
• IPv4 / IPv6
• Subnetting
• IP Address Planning
• Routing & Switching
• OSPF
• VLANs
• QoS
• Network Security Fundamentals
• Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting

Rail Telecom

• MPLS Networks
• Fiber Optic Networks
• Ethernet Networks
• SDH
• DWDM
• Data Communication Systems
• Telecom Transmission Systems
• Railway Telecom Architecture

Cyber Security

• IEC 62443 (Proficient Level)

Equipment Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Cisco Routers & Switches
• Industrial Ethernet Devices

Rail Domain Experience

Experience in Telecom and Data Communication Systems for:

• Railway
• Metro
• LRT
• Freight Rail
• Transportation Infrastructure Projects

Candidate Pre-requisites

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or Telecom Engineering.
• CCNA Certification (Mandatory).
• CCNP Certification (Preferred).
• Cyber Security – IEC 62443 (Proficient Level).
• Ability to complete work on time and within budget while meeting project scope requirements.
• Minimum 6 to 8 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of fundamental engineering and communication systems standards and best practices.
• Knowledge and experience in designing safety‑critical and safety‑related systems.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).