Principal Electrical Engineer - Traction Power

Lead Traction Power Engineer

Parsons Corporation is seeking to hire a Lead Traction Power Engineer to support infrastructure projects in the rail and transit industry, and in particular, projects related to traction power and electrical system design.

The selected candidate will lead in the design for traction power substation enclosures, site plans duct banks and ground grids for mass transit applications, including commuter rail, high-capacity mass transit and light rail. This work would include creating and modifying specifications as well as creating substation plan and profile drawings, single line diagrams, schematics and conduit and wire schedules.

Many assignments involve CAE (computer aided engineering)/CAD (computer aided design) applications using mainly Microstation with 3D modeling. Willingness to travel to supplier, client, or construction site locations, is expected.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Functioning as discipline Engineer on medium to large projects, assuming responsibility for the work of the group.
• Assisting in technical consultations for interdisciplinary analytical studies and analyses.
• Ensuring compliance of design with all applicable codes and regulations, providing the seal and signature of the professional engineer when required by statute or contract.
• Preparing material/equipment specifications and purchase requisitions; reviewing supplier data; witnessing shop tests, assisting with assessing supplier manufacturing capabilities.
• Developing operation and maintenance plans; developing standard operating procedures; preparing O & M manuals and may conduct on-site training of personnel.
• Developing substation site plans along with ductbank and cable plans.
• Conducting surveys, studies, and site investigations.
• Conferring with power company personnel and power consumers and suggesting methods to eliminate sources of power leakage.
• Maintaining affiliation with professional societies including NACE International, ASTM, AWWA, IEEE, APTA and others to keep abreast of current technologies. Understanding of related standards, practices and guidelines is required.
• Recommending and preparing technical papers.

Education/experience required:

• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) required.
• Minimum 10-15 years of related work experience.
• Engineer in Training, with intent to obtain Professional Engineer License.
• Professional Engineer License

Desired skills:

• Experience in DC Traction Power design and the design of transformer substations Medium to Low voltage, Low Voltage (480V) Motor Control Centers and Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems.
• Possible experience in AC Traction Power design.
• Experience in the EV field would be a bonus but not required.
• Experience in review of shop drawings and design submittals by contractors and consultants.
• Familiarity with testing procedures for electrical equipment and cables.
• Willingness and ability to perform inspections of electrical systems in aerial structures, building, above and underground Passenger stations and underground structures.
• Physical ability to access any structure type and perform a hand-on inspection if required.

Skills/competencies:

• Potential to perform in an assistant capacity, excellent written, oral communications and presentation skills.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, decision making and human relations skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and also independently.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency.

Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $ - $

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.