Senior Specialist Traction Power

Mott MacDonaldSeattle, WA
84d$166,504

About The Position

The Senior Specialist - Traction Power will manage the technical delivery aspects of Traction Power and overhead contact system design (traction electrification systems), from concept engineering through final design and to design support during construction. This role involves overseeing the delivery of Traction Power-related construction contracts, including traction power-specific and overhead contact systems delivery. The specialist will lead the review of Designer's and Constructor's submittals for technical appropriateness, compliance with Owner's requirements, constructability, and maintainability. Additionally, the role requires providing expert assistance to Contractors during the installation phase to optimize installation methods and ensure high-quality solutions, as well as during the testing and commissioning phase to ensure progress to schedule and rigorous testing and recording of traction electrification system installation. The specialist will also oversee Contractor's activities in the delivery of traction electrification systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and managing non-conformances and deviations. This position demands technical leadership, innovation, collaboration, and decisive action, particularly in relationships with Owners, Consultants, Designers, and Contractors. Effective communication with Project Managers and Directors is essential, along with providing timely and comprehensive reporting to the Owner's and Mott MacDonald's teams. The specialist will also be responsible for preparing contract documentation and ensuring a quality process is implemented for all project phases.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Eight (8) years of experience as Senior Traction Power Specialist or related occupation.
  • Five (5) years of management and oversight of design, construction, testing, and commissioning of traction power systems in a transit environment.
  • Experience with traction power modelling software, including load flow analysis.
  • Design and construction experience of overhead contact systems for transit applications.
  • Technical expertise in design, manufacturing, installation, or commissioning of traction power substations in AC and DC environments.
  • Experience managing client relationships including technical, schedule, and budget aspects in project delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the technical delivery aspects of Traction Power and overhead contact system design.
  • Oversee the delivery of Traction Power-related construction contracts.
  • Lead the review of Designer's and Constructor's submittals for compliance and constructability.
  • Provide expert assistance to Contractors during installation and testing phases.
  • Optimize traction electrification system performance during testing and operational phases.
  • Record specification compliance and manage non-conformances.
  • Provide technical and quality assurance oversight for traction electrification systems projects.
  • Demonstrate innovation and collaboration in relationships with stakeholders.
  • Communicate effectively with Project Managers and Directors.
  • Provide detailed analysis and solutions to managerial and technical problems.
  • Prepare and produce contract documentation.
  • Implement quality processes for design, upgrades, manufacturing, installation, and testing.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • medical insurance
  • dental insurance
  • vision insurance
  • STD/LTD disability
  • holiday
  • personal time off (PTO)
  • parental leave
  • company-paid life insurance

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Senior

Industry

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

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