Senior Traction Power Engineer

Hatch Ltd.•Chicago, IL

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you! Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Traction Power Engineer to join our North American Infrastructure group in our Rail Systems team in the Chicago, IL area. Other possible locations: Brooklyn, NY; Newark, NJ; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Ambler, PA (Suburban Philadelphia) In this role the ideal candidate is a results-driven engineering professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Candidates must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
15 to 25 years of experience with dc traction power systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 Volt dc rail transit traction power substations, ac and dc switchgear, transformers, rectifiers, and controls
Working knowledge of NFPA 70 is required and thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes
Professional engineer's license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage
Experience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable
Relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements

Nice To Haves

Load flow simulation software
Knowledge of power systems analysis
Experience in factory testing, field testing and commissioning of traction power equipment
Experience in protective relaying
Experience in medium voltage switchgear application-design and specification
Knowledge of railway overhead catenary/third rail distribution systems
Project management experience
Management experience

Responsibilities

Lead a group of junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages
Design traction power substations, feeder and equipment sizing, site plans, duct bank and conduit layouts, grounding systems, and auxiliary power supply systems and control circuits
Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design
Perform load flow simulations and prepare reports
Develop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates
Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors
Provide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients
Management of traction power projects