Hardware Engineer – Safety-Critical Systems (Kavach) | Siemens Rail Automation | Bangalore, India
Job Description
Summary
Siemens Rail Automation Pvt. Ltd., part of Siemens Mobility, is hiring a Hardware Engineer for Safety-Critical Systems (Kavach) in Bangalore, India. This position is perfect for experienced hardware design engineers with expertise in microcontrollers, microprocessors, FPGA-based systems, and PCB development. If you are passionate about rail safety systems, SIL-4 standards, and safety-critical hardware, this is your chance to work on India’s Kavach program—a cutting-edge Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. Join Siemens and contribute to innovative mobility solutions that make travel safer and smarter.
Job Details at a Glance
| Position | Hardware Engineer – Safety-Critical Systems (Kavach) |
|---|---|
| Company | Siemens Rail Automation Pvt. Ltd. |
| Division | Siemens Mobility |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Job ID | 478783 |
| Experience Level | 3–8 years |
| Employment Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Key Tools | Altium, OrCAD, Mentor Graphics, FPGA, Microcontrollers, Microprocessors |
| Standards | SIL-4, EN 50126/50128/50129 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related fields |
Responsibilities
As a Hardware Engineer – Safety-Critical Systems (Kavach) at Siemens, you will:
- Design and develop hardware circuits using microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA components.
- Contribute to schematic design, PCB layout support, and design documentation.
- Perform hardware integration, debugging, and testing for railway safety systems.
- Support SIL-4 compliant hardware development aligned with EN safety standards.
- Collaborate with RAMS teams for reliability and safety analysis (FMEA, FTA, MTBF).
- Participate in verification, validation, and environmental testing of hardware systems.
- Work with suppliers on component selection, prototyping, and audits.
- Document design activities and support safety reviews and compliance audits.
Desired Skills & Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related fields.
- 3–8 years of hands-on experience in hardware design and PCB development.
- Strong knowledge of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems.
- Experience with PCB design tools like Altium, OrCAD, or Mentor Graphics.
- Exposure to safety-critical hardware development and SIL-4 standards (EN 50126/8/9, EN 50129).
- Understanding of RAMS methodologies for reliability and safety.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
- Team player with eagerness to learn and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams.
Why Join Siemens Mobility?
- Be part of Kavach – India’s indigenous Automatic Train Protection system, shaping the future of safe rail travel.
- Join a global leader in rail automation and mobility solutions.
- Work with cutting-edge safety standards (SIL-4) and technologies.
- Experience a culture that fosters learning, innovation, and diversity.
- Career growth opportunities with a company operating in 200+ countries worldwide.
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