Electronics Workshop Lead Engineer

JOB PURPOSE:

To lead and oversee the operations of the Electronics Workshop, ensuring high-quality, timely, and cost-effective repair of electronic systems and components. The role manages diagnostics, repair, and testing activities, supervises technical staff, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards. The Lead Engineer is responsible for technical excellence, resource optimization, and continuous improvement of workshop performance to support the reliability of railway infrastructure systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Workshop Operations & Leadership

• Lead and manage daily operations of the Electronics Workshop, ensuring workflow efficiency, task prioritization, and timely completion of repair activities.
• Supervise engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Develop and implement workshop procedures aligned with maintenance objectives and quality standards.
• Plan and allocate repair tasks based on equipment criticality, complexity, and resource availability.
• Monitor workshop productivity and implement measures to improve turnaround time and repair quality.
• Support manpower planning, capacity forecasting, and resource utilization.

Technical Diagnostics & Repair

• Oversee complex fault diagnostics, root cause analysis, and component-level repairs of PCBs, control boards, and power modules.
• Review and interpret circuit diagrams, schematics, and datasheets to ensure accurate fault isolation and repair.
• Validate all repaired units through calibration, simulation, and functional testing.
• Develop troubleshooting guides, repair manuals, and technical documentation for recurring or complex issues.
• Maintain traceable repair documentation detailing diagnostic methods, repair actions, and test outcomes.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Implement and enforce quality control standards across all workshop activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance repair accuracy, process efficiency, and reliability.
• Monitor recurring failure trends and propose design or operational improvements.
• Ensure workshop operations comply with ISO, OEM, and internal quality requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.

Safety Management

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture within the workshop.
• Enforce compliance with electrical safety, PPE, LOTO, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Train staff on safe handling of electronic equipment and hazardous materials.
• Ensure proper disposal of e-waste and adherence to environmental procedures.

Inventory & Resource Control

• Manage and monitor inventory of spare parts, tools, and testing equipment.
• Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to maintain availability of critical components.
• Track consumption and prevent misuse or wastage of workshop materials.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed workshop records, including job sheets, repair logs, and test reports.
• Prepare technical reports and KPI dashboards for management review.
• Integrate repair data within the CMMS (e.g., Maximo) to ensure equipment history accuracy.
• Contribute to internal performance reviews and technical assessments.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Promote a positive safety culture within the workplace and attend any safety-related meetings or briefings as required within the job role.
• Comply with the requirements of RDMC RQHSE Policy and Safety Management System.
• Be mindful that Safety, Security, and Environmental protection are everyone’s responsibility.
• All staff members are accountable for reporting and intervening in any Safety, Security, or Environmental violations.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Certifications in electronics repair, maintenance, or quality management are an advantage.
• Proficiency in interpreting circuit diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of industrial electronics maintenance and diagnostics.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, quality management systems, and safety regulations.
• Proficient with testing instruments, simulation software, and MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo) and data-driven maintenance processes.
• Understanding of railway or industrial control systems is an advantage.

Experience:

• 5–7 years of experience in electronics repair and diagnostics.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in repairing, testing, and validating electronic control systems and PCBs.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES

• Leadership & Team Development: Builds capability within the team and fosters accountability.
• Analytical Thinking: Uses data-driven methods to diagnose faults and improve reliability.
• Quality Focus: Maintains high precision and attention to detail in all repair tasks.
• Safety Orientation: Demonstrates and enforces a safety-first culture.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with engineering, maintenance, and supply chain functions.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to evolving technologies and new diagnostic techniques.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of workshop outcomes and promotes transparency.