Engineering Manager -IP-MPLS Data Networking system

Engineering Manager -IP-MPLS Data Networking system

Lead Designer - IP/MPLS Routing & Data Networking (BTN, GE, SDH/PDH/FOTS)

Department

Engineering - Telecommunications (S&T) / Telecom Design

Reporting To

Engineering Manager / Lead Telecom Architect

Job Summary

The IP/MPLS Routing & Data Networking Designer is responsible for the design, engineering, configuration strategy, and implementation support of IP/MPLS-based communication networks for railway, transportation, metro, Semi high speed and High-speed rail Projects and critical infrastructure projects that involves supporting the FRMC S5G Radio System backbone. The role involves developing network architectures, routing designs, redundancy schemes, cybersecurity-compliant solutions, and technical documentation to ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of operational and enterprise communication systems.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Engineering

• Develop end-to-end IP/MPLS network architectures for railway and infrastructure projects.
• Design Layer 2 and Layer 3 network topologies including: 
  • Core networks
  • Distribution networks
  • Access networks
  • Data center connectivity
• Prepare routing and switching designs using industry best practices.
• Design high-availability and resilient network solutions with redundancy mechanisms.

IP/MPLS & Routing Design

• Design and document: 
  • MPLS
  • MPLS-TP
  • Segment Routing (SR-MPLS) (where applicable)
  • VPN services (L2VPN/L3VPN)
• Configure and validate routing protocols: 
  • OSPF
  • IS-IS
  • BGP
  • Static Routing
• Develop QoS strategies for mission-critical applications.
• Define traffic engineering and bandwidth management requirements.

Data Networking

• Design Ethernet-based communication systems.
• Define VLAN, VRF, subnetting, and IP addressing plans.
• Develop network segmentation and security zoning.
• Ensure integration of telecom subsystems such as: 
  • SCADA
  • CCTV
  • PA/PIDS
  • AFC
  • Signalling systems
  • Data centres

Technical Documentation

• Prepare: 
  • Network Design Documents (NDD)
  • Detailed Design Documents (DDD)
  • Interface Control Documents (ICD)
  • Method Statements
  • Configuration Guidelines
  • FAT/SAT Procedures
• Develop network schematics, routing diagrams, and rack layouts.

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Support Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Review routing tables, failover testing, and performance results.
• Participate in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis activities.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Implement network security best practices.
• Support compliance with: 
  • IEC 62443
  • ISO 27001
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Design secure remote access and network access controls.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with: 
  • Signalling teams
  • Telecom teams
  • System integrators
  • Customers and consultants
• Review vendor proposals, technical submittals, and design deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in: 
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Computer Science /Information Technology

Experience

• 10–15 years of experience in IP/MPLS and data networking design.
• Experience in railway, metro, transportation, utility, or critical infrastructure projects preferred.
• Experience with major vendors such as: 
  • Cisco
  • Nokia
  • Juniper
  • Huawei
  • Alcatel-Lucent

Technical Skills

Mandatory

• IP/MPLS Network Design
• OSPF
• IS-IS
• BGP
• MPLS L2VPN/L3VPN
• Ethernet Networking
• VLAN and VRF Design
• QoS Design
• TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• Network Redundancy and High Availability

Preferred

• Segment Routing (SR-MPLS)
• MPLS-TP
• SDN Solutions
• IPv6
• Network Management Systems (NMS)
• Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure
• Data Center Networking

Certifications (Preferred)

• CCNP Enterprise
• CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
• Nokia NRS I / NRS II
• JNCIP-SP / JNCIE-SP
• ITIL Foundation
• IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification

Key Competencies

• Network Architecture Design
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Technical Documentation
• Design Review & Verification
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Project Delivery Focus

Deliverables

• High-Level Design (HLD)
• Low-Level Design (LLD)
• IP Addressing Plan
• Routing Design Documents
• MPLS Design Documents
• Network Topology Diagrams
• Redundancy and Failover Strategy
• FAT/SAT Reports
• As-Built Documentation

Location: Faridabad – Delhi NCR
Employment Type: Full-Time
Level: Designer / Senior Designer / Lead Designer (depending on experience)