OCS Design Engineer

Requisition

Location:

Boston, MA, United States

Hatch is seeking a highly motivated OCS (Overhead Contact System) Engineer to join our North American Infrastructure group in our Rail Systems team in the Boston, MA area.

Other possible locations:
Ambler, PA (Suburban Philadelphia);
Dallas, TX;
Chicago, IL;
Minneapolis, MN;
Newark, NJ;
Brooklyn, NY;
Portland, OR;
Seattle, WA.

• Design OCS layout, wire tensions, foundations, poles/columns/structures for light rail, commuter rail, and streetcar with panto graph, as well as streetcar and electrified buses with trolley poles.
• Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design.
• Prepare design 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.
• Manage OCS projects.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements.
• 5 to 15 years of experience with DC OCS systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 volt DC rail as well as 12 to 25 kilovolt AC.
• Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Safety 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.

• Tension and pole/foundation load calculations.
• AutoCAD or Micro Station experience.
• Experience with structural engineering analysis software like STAAD and RISA is a plus.
• Experience in field testing of OCS systems.
• Knowledge of railway traction power systems.
• Project management experience.

• Work with great people to make a difference.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
• Top employer.

• Flexible work environment.
• Long term career development.
• Think globally, work locally.

At Hatch, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).