Sr. Traction Power Engineer

3 weeks ago

Philadelphia, United States Appcast Full time
Job Summary

AECOM is actively seeking highly talented Sr. Traction Power Engineer to join our World Class Rail Systems team in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical lead preforming project work, preparing design drawings and documents, technical specifications, cost estimates, proposals, calculations, and studies associated with traction power system for electrified railways ac and dc. You will have the opportunity to work on ongoing notable projects with major railway systems while showing technical competence in all elements of transit traction power engineering.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Ability to prepare and guide drafters/designers and less experienced engineers to prepare One-line diagrams, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation physical layouts, selection of substation equipment, writing of substation equipment specifications, proposal development, construction cost estimates, and project scheduling, test plans, field tests, reports, analysis, and technical studies for traction power systems.
  • Ability to perform protective relay settings and coordination studies
  • Ability to recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance with all clients, local, state, and federal regulations including AREMA railway standards, the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), the National Electrical Safety Code (IEEE C2), and other applicable US.
  • Ability to exercise of judgment on details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
  • Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally to all AECOM, partner, and client office locations, including project offices, if applicable.
  • Ability to perform site investigations and walk-downs in high-voltage substations and along electrified railroads.

AECOM -Transportation
As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM’s Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all our communities into the future — safely and reliably. We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems — as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure — to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents. Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.Minimum Requirements
    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited education program.
    • 10 years of Traction Power design experience with 750 V dc third rail and overhead; 12 kV ac, 25 Hz, 2 x 12.5 kV ac, 60 Hz, 2 x 25 kV, 60 Hz.
    • Extensive experience in the execution and task leadership for design calculations, plans development, specifications and technical report writing
    • Demonstrated ability to design with constructability in mind throughout all steps of design process
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and can draw from the skills of others to bring innovation to serve the needs of our clients
Preferred Qualifications
    • Professional Engineering (PE) Registration
    • Experience with SEPTA, WMATA, LIRR, NJ Transit, PATH, PATCO and Amtrak Traction Power
    • Experience in design/build and other alternative delivery projects
    • experience in writing of technical papers and technical presentations
    • Experience technical studies for traction power systems, including train performance simulations, ac and dc load flow simulations, short circuit calculations, EMF/EMI studies
    • Leadership positions held on professional societies or technical committees
    • Experience in providing technical training
    • Experience in writing project proposals and delivery of oral presentations for purpose of business development
What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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