Rahul Goel, CEng, CPEng NER, MIEAust, MIRSE, MIET

Experience

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  Ansaldo STS A Hitachi Group Company

  Jul 2006 - Jun 2013

  Signalling Engineer

  I am working on one of the major projects "KfW - Modernization of Signalling & Telecommunication in Kanpur-Ghaziabad section" and my role involves:1. Leading a team of Engineers for producing both Application Logic & Interfacing Circuits.2. Preparation of BOQ for different tenders.3. Independent Production/Verification of Application Logic (Route Locking/Release, Point Locking/Release, Overlap Locking/Release, Approach Locking, Operation/Detection Logic for Signal, Point Machine, Crank Handle, Level Crossing etc.) for major yards, stations & block sections.4. Debugging of Application Logic, update of design & detailed drawings to factory & field test changes providing support for smooth running of the project.5. Independent Production/Verification of Signal Interlocking Plans, Control Tables, Cable Core Plans & Cable Route Plans.6. Calculation of MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for Microlok, LCP, Axle Counters & AFTCs.7. Training client on design, installation, testing, commissioning & maintenance activities.8. Job allocation to Engineers and support in all design related issues.9. Timely delivery of design packages to the client as per the scheduled targets.10. Guidance to & co-ordination with outsourcing team for production of Application Logic for Stations & Block Sections, updating client comments, fixation of FAT & SAT incident reports.11. Co-ordination with client in replying their queries & getting the approval of designs.12. Attending failures at site, preparing analysis reports and providing timely resolution. Show less

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  Atkins

  Jul 2013 - Jun 2017

  Signalling Engineer

  I am working on different UK projects and my role involves:1. Production of SSI Location Designs, Stage Bonding Plans, Stage Scheme Plans and Source Records Handback.2. Providing DO (Design Office) cover at the time of commissioning.3. Preparing estimation of Man-Hours for Medway Valley Lines consisting of around 150 odd Locations.4. Production of Power Calculations for various Locations Designs.5. Production of MOD designs for various locations of different projects.6. Correlation updates of various Locations/REBs.7. Production of Recovery Detailed Designs for various Locations.8. Capturing Interlocking Requirements for ELIX (ElectroLogIXS) from different Network Rail Standards and Railway Group Standards.9. Maintaining INFORM Database for various projects which has proved to be a boon for Construction team for carrying out their activities. Show less

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  Arcadis

  Jul 2017 - Jul 2018

  Senior Engineer

  I am working on various Australian projects and my role involves:1. Mentoring the team for producing Australian Rail Designs.2. Production of Circuit Books, Signalling Plans, Track Insulation Plans, Microlok II Application Logic, Power Calculations etc.

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  Larsen & Toubro

  Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

  Engineering Manager

  I am working on diverse projects and my role involves:1. Leading the team.2. Independent verification of Cable Core Plans, Signal Interlocking Plans, Power Supply Diagrams, Route Control Charts, Interface Drawings etc.3. Coordination with client, design team, project team & sub-contractors to finalize the designs and ensure timely delivery of the same.

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  KEC International Ltd.

  Mar 2020 - Oct 2021

  Senior Manager

  I am working on Domestic and International tenders / projects and my responsibilities include:1. Detailed study of tender documents, contract conditions, specifications and drawings & statutory compliances and drafting pre-bid queries.2. Attending pre-bid meetings with client to discuss the scope of the tender and getting clarifications.3. Liaising with consultants, sub-contractors, supervisors and the general workforce involved in the tender.4. Review / Production of various Signalling Designs like Signal Interlocking Plans, Cable Core Plans, Power Calculations, Interface Circuits etc. 5. Mentoring the design team for preparing various drawings.6. Review/Validation of drawings/estimate received from Sub-Contractor for various items.7. Preparing BOQ (Bill of Quantities), Direct Cost, Indirect Cost for bidding purpose after considering inputs from tender documents and site personnel.8. Ensuring receipt of all necessary data / information in time from related sources while quoting and finalization of cost proposal for the bid.9. Regularly reviewing the status of the tender, evaluation of performance criteria (scope, cost, timing and quality).10. Floating enquires directly to suppliers or through procurement team.11. Evaluating Techno-Commercial offers received from vendors for various items like Electronic Interlocking, MSDAC, Object Controller, IPS/UPS, Data Logger etc. and preparing Techno-Commercial offer for the tender.12. Co-ordinating with OEM / vendors for arranging competitive price quotations and other relevant documents required for compiling the bid.13. Attending regular meetings with the management to decide upon the opportunities and risks involved in the tender/s.14. Proper follow-up with the respective team/stake holders for the timely submission of the bid. Show less

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  WSP in India

  Nov 2021 - now

  As a Principal Engineer, I am responsible for:1. Leading the team of Principal Engineer & Engineers.2. Reviewing & producing various complex signalling designs.3. Securing the work for Indian team after engaging in technical & commercial aspects of projects with Lead Country Management and ensuring its delivery in time.4. Taking engineering & technical decisions.5. Preparing the bid / estimation for tenders.

  • Associate - Signalling

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Principal Engineer - Signalling

    Nov 2021 - Jan 2024