Senior Traction Power Engineer - Hatch

Senior Traction Power EngineerApply now » Apply now + Apply Now + Start apply with LinkedIn Start + Please wait... Date:Oct 25, 2024 Location: Seattle, WA, US Company: Hatch Requisition ID: 92855 Job Category: Infrastructure; Consulting; Engineering; Project Engineering; Project Management Location: Seattle, WA, United States 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 (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Metals-And-Minerals) ,energy (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Energy) , andinfrastructure (http://bit.ly/HatchProjectsInfrastructure) , our10,000 colleagues (http://bit.ly/3l3V1N3) in150 countries (https://bit.ly/2TTgBIl) 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 infrastructureteam (http://bit.ly/HatchInfrastructure) 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 Seattle, WA area. Other possible locations: Chicago IL; Newark, NJ; Brooklyn, NY; 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. As the successful candidate, you will: + 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 You bring to the role: + 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 The following skills/experience is a plus: + 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 Why join us? + Work withgreat people (https://bit.ly/36124ja) to make a difference + Collaborate on excitingprojects (http://bit.ly/HatchProjects) to develop innovative solutions + Top employer (https://bit.ly/3p39hIa) What we offer you? + Flexible work environment + Long term career development + Think globally, work locally Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects thediversity (http://bit.ly/2JuRZAT) of thecommunities (https://bit.ly/2kx24hB) in which we operate and serve. Hatch is 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. Official Title: Senior Traction Power Engineer Primary Location: United States - Seattle, WA Job: Infrastructure Type of Employment: Full-time Shift: Day Number of Openings: 1 Schedule: On-site 5 days a week Base Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) Reports to: VP, Rail Systems Engineering Nearest Major Market:Seattle Job Segment: Power Systems, Project Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Construction, Energy, Engineering Apply now » Apply now + Apply Now + Start apply with LinkedIn Start + Please wait...