Senior Overhead Catenary System (OCS) Engineer

WSP

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Overhead Catenary System Engineer for our Boston, MA Office. Your Impact Ensure that company technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of projects Develop design approaches and concepts for projects including Power Distribution Design for Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail, and High Speed Rail, utilizing overhead contact or third rail systems Prepare Overhead Contact System studies for AC and DC electrified railway systems Lead the development of Overhead Contact System technical calculations Lead the development of Overhead Contact System layouts, arrangements and details Lead, develop and review designs and technical specifications, meeting quality standards Develop construction cost estimates Develop design/engineering cost estimates Assist project managers in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines including attendance at project meetings Review shop drawings, record changes, and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives as required Perform field inspections as needed Train and develop support staff Participate in WSP’s quality process for all deliverables Lead technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of engineering/construction challenges and programs Manage and provide Overhead Contact System technical guidance to team members Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs Who You Are

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline.
10+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering, prior transit and rail experience, and infrastructure design
Certifications/Licensure as applicable
Support and participate in the Systems implementation phase of projects, such as installation, Testing & Commissioning, Cutover, Record Drawings and final reports
Support procurement efforts by authoring technical requirements and specifications, performing vendor bid evaluations and supporting vendor selection
Commissioning of Traction Power Distribution Systems and Equipment, including experience with engineering design on at least three transit or commuter/intercity rail projects
Strong technical writing, analytical and communication skills
Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products
Experience in a MicroStation and AutoCAD design environment for the development of Overhead Contact System design drawings
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications
Immediate availability to work in the US
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Engineering.
Ability to perform site investigations along electrified railroad

Responsibilities

Ensure that company technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of projects
Develop design approaches and concepts for projects including Power Distribution Design for Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail, and High Speed Rail, utilizing overhead contact or third rail systems
Prepare Overhead Contact System studies for AC and DC electrified railway systems
Lead the development of Overhead Contact System technical calculations
Lead the development of Overhead Contact System layouts, arrangements and details
Lead, develop and review designs and technical specifications, meeting quality standards
Develop construction cost estimates
Develop design/engineering cost estimates
Assist project managers in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines including attendance at project meetings
Review shop drawings, record changes, and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives as required
Perform field inspections as needed
Train and develop support staff
Participate in WSP’s quality process for all deliverables
Lead technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings
Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of engineering/construction challenges and programs
Manage and provide Overhead Contact System technical guidance to team members
Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

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