Senior Engineer - OLE (Rail)

AECOM; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead OLE design schemes within our Transportation business. The role focuses on delivering robust overhead line designs, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams across the project lifecycle.

We require extensive OLE design experience, proficiency with MicroStation CAD, and knowledge of safety and BIM practices. This hybrid role offers opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Significant overhead line design experience.
• Experience with OLEMI and rail design ranges (UKMS, Series-1/2, Mk3B, etc.).
• Familiar with Isolation diagrams and their update process.
• Understanding of Earthing & Bonding for electrification.
• Proficient in Bentley MicroStation CAD.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Understanding of CSM-RA & Health and Safety including CDM.
• Experience in managing teams.
• Experience in 3D common data environment / BIM procedures.
• Ability to develop OLE designs through project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for OLE design schemes.
• Deliver and manage the production of technical designs for OLE including Layout Plans, Cross Sections, Allocations, Isolation Diagrams updates, bonding designs, and supporting reports and calculations.
• Ensure designs are delivered in line with current design standards, are constructable, and apply Safe by Design principles.
• Communicate effectively with other design/construction disciplines and sub-contractors.
• Respond to design queries during construction and attend online meetings if required.

Skills

Overhead Line design

OLE design schemes

Bentley MicroStation CAD

CSM-RA & Health and Safety

Team management

3D common data environment

BIM procedures

Communication skills

Education

BEng/BTech/MEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (or working towards)

Tools

MicroStation CAD

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Engineer Lead the design for OLE design Schemes.
• Delivery and management of the production of technical designs for OLE including Layout Plans, Cross Sections, Allocations, Isolation Diagrams updates, bonding designs, and supporting reports and calculations.
• Ensuring designs are delivered in line with relevant, current design standards, are constructable, and apply Safe by Design principles.
• Communicate effectively with other design/construction disciplines and sub-contractors
• Respond to design queries during construction phase and attend online meetings if required.

Commercial

• Maintain cost effective standards for OLE designs
• Contribute to the development of continuous improvement plans
• Develop and maintain client relationships as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven designer experience of significant Overhead Line technical design
• Comprehensive knowledge and Experienced in OLEMI and other OLE ranges i.e. UKMS, Series-1, Series-2, Mk3B, GEFF, Mk1, SICAT, SNCF, UK1 etc.
• Familiar with Isolation diagrams and their update process.
• Understanding of Earthing & Bonding required for electrification
• Proficient in Bentley MicroStation CAD software
• Excellent communication and organization Skills.
• Understanding of CSM-RA & Health and Safety including CDM
• Experience in managing teams.
• Candidates will be able to provide experience of working in a 3D common data environment working to BIM procedures and practices.
• Ability to develop OLE designs through the different stages of the project life cycle for complex sites
• Knowledge of the design processes of other rail disciplines and how they may impact OLE designs

Preferred Qualifications

• BEng or B Tech or MEng degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering + 7 year Exp
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) and member of a professional institution.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID:

J10156160

Business Line:

Transportation

Business Group:

DCS

Strategic Business Unit:

Enterprise Capabilities

Career Area:

Engineering

Work Location Model:

Hybrid