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Associate Technical Director @ Arcadis

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 Associate Technical Director

Job Description

Role description:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Design Manager - Rail Systems to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary rail systems design activities across complex infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely, technically sound, and integrated delivery of all rail systems design packages, working closely with clients, engineering teams, and project stakeholders. This role requires deep domain knowledge of rail systems engineering, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple interfaces
Role accountabilities:
  • Lead and manage the end-to-end rail systems design process including signalling, telecom, SCADA, train control, power supply, and other subsystems.
  • Ensure integration of various rail systems with civil and structural designs across project stages (feasibility, preliminary, detailed).
  • Develop and maintain design management plans, schedules, and deliverables aligned to the project programme.
  • Facilitate design reviews, manage interfaces between disciplines and stakeholders, and ensure design compliance with relevant standards (e.g., CENELEC, EN, IEC, AREMA).
  • Coordinate with client teams, independent reviewers, and certification bodies to secure design approvals and safety assurance.
  • Lead risk assessments and design-related technical workshops (HAZID, HAZOP, RAMS, etc.).
  • Ensure quality assurance and control processes are embedded throughout the design cycle.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to design teams and junior engineers.
  • Support procurement and construction phases by responding to technical queries, managing design changes, and ensuring constructability.
  • Manage external design consultants and subcontractors, monitoring performance and deliverables.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical / Electronics / Railway / Systems Engineering or equivalent.
  • 12+ years of relevant experience in rail systems design and integration, with at least 5 years in design management role.
  • Strong knowledge of signalling (conventional, CBTC, ETCS), telecoms, and control systems.
  • Demonstrated capability in leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering teams on major rail infrastructure projects, including metro, light rail, and mainline systems.
  • Strong familiarity with international rail design standards and codes of practice.
  • Exceptional skills in coordination, communication, and stakeholder management across diverse project environments.
  • Proficient in design and collaboration platforms such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM 360, and ProjectWise.
  • Chartered Engineer status or equivalent recognized professional accreditation.
  • Certified in Design Management or Engineering Management (Design), with a solid understanding of design assurance and governance processes
  • Exposure to international rail projects or working in global engineering delivery centres
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Job Classification

Industry: Engineering & Construction
Functional Area / Department: UX, Design & Architecture
Role Category: Architecture & Interior Design
Role: Project Architect
Employement Type: Full time

Contact Details:

Company: Arcadis
Location(s): Hyderabad

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Keyskills:   Procurement Telecom Manager Quality Assurance AutoCAD HAZOP Microstation Power supply Signalling Monitoring SCADA

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