Senior Traction Power Engineer
Core
Technical lead for traction power system design, specifications, and cost estimates for electrified railways (AC and DC).
Role type
Senior IC traction power engineer (technical lead)
Builds
Design drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and proposals for transit traction power systems
Domain
Transportation infrastructure (railways) + Electrical engineering
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Traction power design (AC/DC), Protective relay settings and coordination, Substation equipment selection, AREMA and IEEE standards, High/Low voltage systems, Constructability analysis
Preferred skills
Train performance simulations, AC/DC load flow simulations, Short circuit calculations, EMF/EMI studies, Technical training delivery, Business development presentations
Technologies
SCADA, Relaying, Rectifier equipment
Responsibilities
Guide engineers on one-line/wiring diagrams and cable sizing, Perform protective relay settings, Recommend actions for regulatory compliance, Exercise judgment on engineering alternatives, Perform site investigations in high-voltage substations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership