Traction System Engineer

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We are looking for Traction System Engineer

You’ll make a difference by

Understanding the Customer requirements and develop the Electrical system concept of the

complete vehicle level and develop the sub system concepts.

Collects external (customer, standards) and internal (rolling stock) requirements, allocates them

to the technical teams.

Defines the architecture and functionalities of the traction drive / auxiliary converter system/

Energy storage (Battery), taking as input the external requirements as well as internal ones

Derive the vehicle level performance requirements and discuss with the project teams and assist

them to optimize the customer requirements.

Ensures consistency and compatibility between all traction/ auxiliary system functions

specifications by verifying every component specification and by participating in all design

reviews

Develop the traction convertor / Auxiliary convertor / Traction Motor / Traction

Transformer/Battery working concepts and generate the Component specifications for the

Vendors.

Define the High Voltage components specifications & HV Architecture and work closely with

vendors to develop a suitable component for a Locomotive/Metro/Commuter rail

Develop design documentation and get design approval from customers.

Developing system design (like Clause-by-Clause Comments, Performance simulations

(MATLAB, PSIM, Python, Mathcad, Ansys, SABER or Similar tools etc) , Power scheme

preparations, Component specification, Product Description / Specification, System block

diagrams & Part list depending on customer requirement

Preparation of System / Part - Verification & Validation - Specifications and validation in test lab & Train.

Defining and performing Train verification strategy in close collaboration with all Engineering and

Validation teams

Conducting the Prototype tests on the sub systems and get the dispatch / design clearance from

customer.

Supports the traction / auxiliary system for implementation or update of the technical part of the

risk mitigation plan along with Project technical manager

Analyses technical issues and proposes solutions during the commissioning and the reliability

growth phase

Supports the traction / auxiliary by proposing QCD improvements.

Coordination with Other engineering teams such as software, Brake, Circuit Engineering and

Mechanical teams to develop electrical sub systems and integrate in the vehicle.

Ability to define performance, braking strategy, slip/slide management, harmonic detection, on

board energy storage functions, medium and low voltage supply, load management (AC/DC

calculations)

Knowledge of the sub-assemblies of a traction system (power module, control electronics, cooling

system, etc.) and of their key features

Responsible for: Technical open issues resolution, from investigation to modification implementation and problem closure

Desired Skills:

You have successfully completed a master's degree in electrical engineering.

You bring along relevant experience of 10-12 years in the field of traction technology for product

design and system integration.

Furthermore, you have knowledge of simulation tools / techniques for circuits of power

electronics/IEC Standards/Traction Design Principles/ Components sizing/ Rolling Stock

components

You are familiar with analysis and review methodologies

You are familiar with requirements, configuration and change management (DOORS or similar

tools)

You are capable of analysis and learning and always work Result, Team, and Quality Oriented.

You are willing to travel as required for a project and collaborate with international colleagues.

Good communication and presentation skills

Knowledge of Power systems, earthing concepts, EMI-EMC protections, Validations as per IEC

61287, IEC61377 etc.

You will participate in the continuous development of competence and exchange ideas with

teams on technological & Process topics

Join us and be yourself!

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.

This role is based in Pune/Bangalore. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

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