CareerPlan

Traction Power Engineer

Philadelphia, PA, usFull-time2026-11-03 → 2026-11-10
On-siteVisa sponsorship offered

Core

Design and analysis of DC or AC traction power systems for railways, light rail transit (LRT), and electrified transportation networks.

Role type

Traction Power Engineer

Builds

Traction power distribution systems, substations, overhead catenary systems (OCS), and third rail systems

Domain

Transportation infrastructure / Electrical power systems

Required skills

Electrical power systems analysis, Circuit analysis, AC/DC power concepts, Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM Power Tools), Traction Power Load Flow Simulation (Train, ETRAX, Openpowernet), Technical drawing interpretation, Field inspection

Preferred skills

Power Systems focus, AutoCAD, Professional Engineer (PE) License

Technologies

AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, Train, ETRAX, Openpowernet

Responsibilities

Design and analyze traction power distribution systems, Develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, Perform voltage drop and current flow calculations, Prepare technical reports and construction documents, Conduct field inspections and site visits, Assist in testing and commissioning equipment

Seniority

Mid-level (4+ years experience)