Railway Electrification Engineer Specialist

IDOM; Bilbao, Madrid, Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Health insurance

Flexible compensation

Work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

IDOM is seeking a Senior Traction Power Specialist to oversee the design and delivery of 2x25 kV AC traction power systems for the California High-Speed Rail project. You will act as the technical authority and manage multidisciplinary interfaces while ensuring compliance with EN/TSI and US/FRA regulations.

The role requires at least 12 years of experience in traction power systems, including design and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–15+ years’ experience in traction power systems.
• Proven delivery of high-speed rail electrification over 250 km/h.
• Direct experience in 2x25 kV AC systems required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and integration of traction power systems.
• Oversee TPSS, grid connections, and system studies.
• Ensure compliance with EN/TSI and US/FRA requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Technical authority

Traction power system design

Load flow studies

System assurance

Excellent English

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Membership of professional body

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Do you want to be part of a company where customer satisfaction, colleagues and professional development are the cornerstones? If you identify with this, keep reading!

ABOUT THE JOB

Within ourRailway Systems Area, we are looking for a senior traction power specialist to lead the design, integration and delivery of 2x25 kV AC traction power systems for CAHSR.

The role requires a hands-on technical leader responsible for the full lifecycle—from design development to commissioning—acting as IDOM’s technical authority for traction power and OCS, and coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, signalling and system teams.

The California High-Speed Rail (CAHSR) – Track and Systems Construction Contract (TSCC) will deliver the first true high-speed railway in the United States, designed to European standards and based on a 2x25 kV AC electrification system. The programme includes full design, integration, installation, testing and commissioning of traction power, OCS, signalling and rail systems, with key engineering teams based in Sacramento, California.

Key responsabilities:

• Lead design and integration of 2x25 kV AC traction power systems for high-speed rail
• Oversee TPSS, autotransformer stations, grid connections and system studies (load flow, protection, earthing & bonding)
• Manage interfaces with OCS, signalling, SCADA, civil and rolling stock systems
• Ensure compliance with EN/TSI standards and adaptation to US/FRA requirements
• Lead technical reviews, assurance and validation of design deliverables
• Coordinate with client, contractors, OEMs and utilities
• Support construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities on site
• Manage technical risks and ensure system performance and safety
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams

If you join IDOM you will find:

• Flexible working hours
• Remote work: 1 day per week or two afternoons
• Reduced summer hours (July and August)
• Flexible compensation (meal card, health insurance, transport card, childcare, etc.)
• Life and accident insurance
• Work-life balance
• Long-term career development focus
• Partnership opportunities for all people
• Multicultural, and multidisciplinary environment
• Strong culture of delegation beyond the norm
• Mutual commitment

ABOUT YOU

Do not hesitate to apply if you have....

• Education & Professional Qualifications
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng minimum, MSc preferred)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng or equivalent) required
• Membership of recognised professional body (e.g. IET, IEEE)
• Demonstrated continuous professional development in railway electrification
• Minimum 12–15+ years’ experience in traction power systems
• Proven delivery of high-speed rail electrification in Europe (>250 km/h)
• Direct experience in 2x25 kV AC systems (design, integration and commissioning)
• Experience across the full lifecycle:
• Concept and preliminary design
• Detailed design
• Construction support
• Testing & commissioning
• Participation in large-scale HSR projects (>100 km) with multidisciplinary interfaces

Technical Competencies

• Traction power system design (TPSS, AT stations, HV/MV networks)
• Load flow, protection, earthing & bonding studies
• Grid integration and utility coordination
• Integration with OCS, SCADA, signalling (preferably ETCS L2)
• Strong knowledge of:
• ENE TSI and EN standards (50119, 50122, 50388, etc.)
• System assurance, RAMS and V&V processes

Professional Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination capability
• Proven stakeholder management (clients, contractors, OEMs)
• Experience in international/JV environments
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to operate as technical authority in complex programmes

Mobility / Deployment

• Willingness to be based in Sacramento (full or partial time)
• Availability for extended site presence during key project phases
• Ability to work across US and European teams

And above all... a strong desire to develop in an international company like IDOM.

ABOUT US

IDOM is an Association of Professionals working in the areas of Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. The ownership structure of IDOM creates a culture of engagement, to offer the best service for the client, while our people develop both professionally and personally in an environment of technical excellence.

IDOM's most important assets are the expertise and experience of our people.Our employees are deeply united, highly qualified, and skilled professionals. We work within a framework of professional liberty and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, development, quality service, and innovation.

Since IDOM’s foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,000 people working in over 145 countries.

As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity.

We look forward to meeting you!

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