Electrical Engineer Traction; MA, GA, IL, PA
Renton, King County, Washington, 98055, USA
Listed on 2026-06-06
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Fully remote in Boston, Atlanta, Philadelphia or Chicago
MUST HAVE TRACTION POWER ENGINEER EXPERIENCE
The OpportunityClient is seeking a Traction Power Engineer to join our growing team. This is a 100% remote position supporting major light rail and EV infrastructure projects nationwide
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This role offers a unique long-term leadership path. The owner intends to retire in approximately 12 years and is seeking a strong technical leader who has the ambition and capability to grow into a future ownership role within the company.
If you are looking for:
- Meaningful infrastructure projects
- A leadership and succession opportunity
- Exceptional benefits covering your entire family
This is a rare opportunity.
Key Responsibilities- Design DC traction power substations and rail electrification systems
- Lead engineering for light rail and transit power distribution systems
- Support EV charging infrastructure design and integration
- Develop design concepts, drawings, technical specifications, and engineering reports
- Perform traction power studies and cost estimates
- Conduct field assessments and provide technical recommendations
- Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables
- Interface directly with clients and prime consultants
- Mentor junior engineers and CAD/Revit designers
Maintain project documentation and quality control
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in rail transit traction power systems
- Strong experience in light rail projects
- EV infrastructure experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Revit (required)
- Experience with traction power modeling software is a plus
- PE license preferred (or ability to obtain)
- Strong technical, leadership, and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with ability to deliver on time and within budget
This is more than a project role. Client is building toward succession planning, and this position is designed for someone who wants to grow into leadership and potentially ownership as the firm continues to expand in light rail and EV infrastructure markets.
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee AND family
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