Software Engineer - TCMS

Siemens; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Bangalore is seeking a Software Engineer – Train Control (TCMS) to develop control software for rail vehicles and ensure safety-compliant design.

You will define system requirements, design components, run tests, and support integration with the V-model and EN 50657 standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and effective problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical, electronic, or computer science.
• 5–8 years of rolling stock experience.
• Domain knowledge of locomotive/train control, testing and commissioning.
• Experience with MVB, WTB, Ethernet protocols; TRDP is an advantage.
• Strong requirement engineering skills.
• Knowledge of IEC 50128, IEC 61131, IEC 61375 standards.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to guide peers.

Responsibilities

• Define system requirements and interface specifications for vehicle control.
• Design and implement software components per safety guidelines.
• Design control functions based on functional block diagrams.
• Generate software test specifications, conduct code reviews, and support design verification.
• Support integration and validation tests.
• Analyze diagnostic information, fix bugs, and define new control logic to improve vehicle performance.
• Build TCMS concepts for locomotive/trains at the vehicle level.
• Implement upgrades and new application software with end‑to‑end responsibility following the V‑model and EN 50657 standards.
• Conduct training sessions for customers and service colleagues.
• Act as problem solver, ensuring application of correct standards.
• Work independently on several TCMS subsystems and create logic block diagrams as needed.

Skills

Requirement engineering

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical/electronic or computer science

Tools

MVB

WTB

Ethernet protocols

TRDP knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. Siemens Mobility, an independent company of Siemens AG, focuses on rail vehicles, rail automation, electrification solutions, turnkey systems, intelligent road traffic technology and related services. We help customers meet the need for hard‑working mobility solutions and constantly develop new, intelligent products.

Software Engineer – Train Control (TCMS)

As a Software Engineer – Train Control you will develop control software for our innovative rail vehicles and be responsible for the following tasks:

• Define system requirements and interface specifications for vehicle control.
• Design and implement software components in accordance with safety‑relevant software guidelines.
• Design control functions based on functional block diagrams.
• Generate software test specifications, conduct code reviews, and support design verification.
• Support integration and validation tests.
• Analyze diagnostic information, fix bugs, and define new control logic to improve vehicle performance.
• Build TCMS concepts for locomotive/trains at the vehicle level.
• Implement upgrades and new application software with end‑to‑end responsibility following the V‑model and EN 50657 standards.
• Conduct training sessions for customers and service colleagues.
• Act as problem solver, ensuring application of correct standards.
• Work independently on several TCMS subsystems and create logic block diagrams as needed.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, electronic, or computer science with 5–8 years of relevant rolling stock experience.
• Domain knowledge of locomotive/train control, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience with MVB, WTB, Ethernet communication protocols; knowledge of TRDP is an advantage.
• Strong understanding and proven experience with requirement engineering.
• Good understanding of standards such as IEC 50128, IEC 61131, IEC 61375, etc.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to guide peers to achieve results.

Location & Benefits

This role is based in Bangalore. You may be required to visit other locations within India and abroad. You will work with teams that impact the future shape of mobility solutions.

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