Chief Track Expert

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Delhi, India
Entry date: March 2, 2026
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DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH
Civil engineering and architecture
Full Time (Fixed Term)
Job-Ref.: 549863
Professionals, Academic Professionals

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For this project we are seeking a Chief Track Expert for a Semi High Speed Rail Project in Delhi, India.

Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.

Responsibilities:

Lead the track works team to review and supplement DPR/DBR and design standards related to track works, alignment, design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning—ensuring compliance with track standards and proper interface with civil structures.
Evaluate and recommend track structures suitable for the project.
Review, finalize, and approve track alignment.
Review/prepare outline designs, preliminary designs, tender designs, pre-qualification criteria, and bid documents for trackwork packages; attend pre-bid meetings and assist in tendering and evaluation processes.
Review and approve outline designs of depot sheds and stabling sheds from the perspective of track requirements.
Review, provide value additions, and approve ballastless track designs of all types, including noise and vibration mitigation measures, arrangements for S&T equipment, and technical proposals covering track curvature, turnouts, gradients, crossovers, fittings, buffer stops, and de-stressing plans.
Manage trackwork installation, testing, and safety, handle day-to-day technical matters and contract management, attend meetings, prepare reports, and assist NCRTC in obtaining necessary approvals and certifications.
Review and approve installation procedures and method statements for ballastless and ballasted tracks.
Review and compile installation and maintenance manuals for various track components and structures.
Oversee maintenance of ballastless and ballasted track.
Perform any additional tasks required for successful project delivery as assigned by the PD/Employer.

Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in rail-based passenger transit systems.
At least 10 years of experience in design or installation of ballastless track systems—including track alignment—for MRTS, Regional Rail, or High-Speed Rail, in the capacity of Chief Track Expert or an equivalent position.
Experience in at least one “Eligible Assignment,” defined as serving as Chief Track Expert or an equivalent role.
Minimum 3 years of experience on projects involving rail-based passenger transit systems with an operational speed of 160 km/h or above in developed countries, as defined by the UN.
Graduate degree in Engineering or equivalent.
Working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.