Technical Manager - Electrical

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong understanding of rail vehicle electrical architecture with subsystem interactions for deriving functional and wiring schematics.
• Ensure design compliance with rail industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications. Possess strong knowledge of railway standards (IEC/EN) and associated engineering procedures.
• Lead and manage the Schematics and CATIA EHI team, ensuring high-quality deliverables across multiple rail vehicle projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams including S&A designers, mechanical designers, electrical routing designers, and advanced industrialization engineers.
• Oversee the design and validation of electrical schematics and 3D harness routing using CATIA V5/V6 and EHI tools.
• Review and approve technical documentation, change requests, and cost optimization proposals.
• Coordinate with suppliers for prototype development, ensuring alignment with design specifications and project timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, systems, and software engineering to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Drive project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and milestone tracking.
• Provide technical mentorship and training to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrate a leadership mindset with strong accountability, ownership, and adaptability in cross-functional environments.
• Manage engineering changes through change management systems and processes.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in rail transportation with a focus on electrical systems and harness design.
• Proven experience in CATIA V5/V6, especially in EHI (Electrical Harness Installation) and schematics tools like Zuken E3 series, or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from concept to delivery.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and standards such as EN 50155, EN 45545, or equivalent.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, and system integration in rail or similar domains.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with high-speed trains, metros, monorails, or trams.
• Knowledge of PLM systems (e.g., ENOVIA, Teamcenter) and configuration management.
• Exposure to rail vehicle architecture design.