Systems Manager - Overhead Catenary Systems; OCS

Systems Manager - OCS

We're currently looking for a talented Systems Manager - OCS to join our Central Engineering team. This role drives the corporate adoption of engineering principles throughout the construction lifecycle.

• Works directly with project, field, and prefabrication management teams
• Performs site surveys, inclusive of all phases of the project.
• Provides accurate material takeoff for entirety of project.
• Reviews manufacturer submittal data for conformance to project specifications
• Composes technical RFIs for submission and coordination to the Engineer-of-Record
• Performs structural analysis as it relates to pole loading and deflection.
• Completes final design of OCS structures including Cantilevers, Headspans, Downguys, balance weights and conductor rail.
• Coordinates internal designs with prefabrication staff.
• Reviews designed and constructed elements with field installation.
• Resolves field installation issues, through on-site visits, while documenting findings.
• Notifies project management staff of cost-incurring elements to project team.
• Meet weekly with project staff, providing updates to scope status, percent complete, action items, and integration with others
• Works with Engineering manager for strategy on multiple different projects
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
• Provide project closeout deliverables, includes Structural Erection Diagrams.
• Performs engineering labor estimates for pursuits.

• Experience in planning, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, cutover, project management, and construction management for traction power and OCS systems
• Experience in providing review of documents and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills to help move toward the most effective, economical, and logical technical solution
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs
• Team Leader, with willingness to train and develop junior engineers
• CAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel
• Requires minimal training on software
• Requires minimal QA/QC for any work being submitted
• Knowledge of AREMA, IEEE and NESC standards
• Can read project specifications
• Can read blueprints.

• 5-15 years in OCS construction, design, or operations.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with others
• Strong work ethic and a cooperative attitude
• Self-Motivated and team player

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil. Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (CA, MD, WA, TX, preferred)