Senior Traction Electrification/Overhead Contact System Engineer/OCS Practice Leader

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.Primary Responsibilities:The primary duties of the Sr. Traction/Overhead Contact System Electrification Engineer (OCS Practice Leader) involve the technical leadership for rail systems projects pertaining to traction electrification and overhead contact systems (OCS) and other distribution systems. Specific responsibilities include technical leadership, design management, design production, lead on specific design packages, as well as coordinating the assembly of plans and specifications and construction support. This position supports various rail and transit projects throughout North America to serve the contract requirements and respond to client needs.The successful candidate will have experience in developing technical specifications, criteria and drawings for AC and DC traction power systems and the interfaces to train control, communications, rolling stock, operations control centers and other elements of rail systems. As such, the candidate will have the ability to pro-actively lead tasks between technical groups and be innovative in solving complex challenges.Position Description:• Project work will include electrification distribution design for Streetcar, Electrified Bus, Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail and High Speed Rail Projects operating on Overhead Contact or Third Rail Systems.• Design work would include OCS design, sectionalizing, equipment sizing and protection, SCADA and control center interface, system feeders and returns, traction power distribution systems, bonding and grounding, etc.• Project management work will include client needs coordination, scoping, fee preparation, scheduling, budget tracking, and delivery of work products.• Work location would include both Home Office and short term travel to cities installing or planning to install Electrified Transit Systems. Long term field assignments may also be available.Skills and additional attributes:Individual must be technically competent, with recognized rail specialization that resolves problems of significant scope and complexity. The individual should have industry standing in technical committees in the electrification field, and have established relationships with rail and transit clients throughout North America. In addition to performing design work by themselves, the Individual will be required to plan, organize, and coordinate work of small to medium group of professionals and technicians. Past experience leading teams and having direct client interface and complete project life-cycle (design to commissioning) is highly desirable. Well experienced qualified part-time candidates may be considered.Preferred Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field – (Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering)• Advanced degree preferred• PE license required• 15+ years’ experience in railway electrification systems• Solid experience with electrification systems for intercity, commuter systems, heavy rail, light rail, street car and electrified bus operations• AC/DC traction electrification, overhead contact and distribution system design and implementation is required• Experience with CADD tools and ability to complete designs individually• Must have excellent organizational and communication skillsKeyword(s): Sr. Traction Engineer (OCS), electrification, transit systems, overhead contact system, electrical, traction power, rail transit, railway design, transportation, engineering, transit design, electrical.Required Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis• A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems);• Professional Engineer (PE) license• Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington: $126,546 - $180,780 ; California: $126,546 - $204,360; New York: $137,550 - $196,500; Colorado: $121,044 - $172,920; Ohio: $110,040 - $157,200Primary Location:United States-Pennsylvania-PhiladelphiaOther Locations:United States-California-San Francisco, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-Illinois-Rosemont, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill, United States-California-Long Beach, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-California-Folsom, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-New York-New York, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Irvine, Canada-Ontario-TorontoIndustry:TransitSchedule:Full-timeEmployee Status:RegularBusinessClass:Rail and Transit SystemsJob Posting:Jun 6, 2024At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.