Principal Traction Power Engineer

Mott Macdonald; Dadri; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Traction Power Engineer in India, specializing in rail systems. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in electrical engineering and proficiency in ETAP and AutoCAD. Responsibilities include formulating project methodologies and ensuring quality standards. This permanent position offers a full-time work pattern with flexible working options. The company values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Agile working

Group medical insurance coverage

Career mobility options

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in electrical engineering or equivalent in the rail industry.
• Experience in electric track equipment design.
• Strong interpersonal skills supporting collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Formulate the scope of work, methodology and associate programme/budget.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, feasibility studies, and option selection reports.
• Provide input to other disciplines and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electric track equipment design

Substation design

HV and LV cable route design

ETAP modelling software

Problem solving

Education

Graduate/Postgraduate in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Python

AutoCAD

BIM and CAD software

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Mott MacDonald is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world. It is a multisector consultancy providing engineering, management and development services on projects in 150 countries and a global reach spanning six continents. With over 20,000 people, we work on a diverse range of challenges to help clients deliver sustainable infrastructure and development solutions. We foster a collegiate and collaborative culture that values equality and diversity and takes proactive steps to create an inclusive workplace. Our teams participate in international infrastructure projects, specializing in rail systems, highways, geotechnics, railways, environment, tunnels, and foundations.

Location: Bangalore/Noida

Responsibilities

• Formulate the scope of work, methodology and associate programme/budget to support bids
• Complete assigned tasks in accordance with quality, timescales, and budgeted hours
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, feasibility studies, and option selection reports
• Undertake and/or supervise power system modelling work (using ETAP and TRAIN, Mott MacDonald’s multi-train simulator)
• Prepare and/or review outline and detailed designs for AC and DC electrification schemes, including distribution and electrical track equipment
• Undertake/review earthing & bonding and protection studies
• Provide input to other disciplines, including civils, SCADA LV Power, signalling and systems assurance, etc. Development of functional concept design, development and review of technical solutions, specifications, cost estimates
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Mott MacDonald’s quality standard procedures
• Interface with clients (prepare and give presentations, chair meetings, etc.)
• Provide supervision and mentoring, identifying opportunities for professional development and progression along with specific line management responsibilities for designated direct reports
• Ensure all health, safety and welfare practices are adhered to
• Foster a culture of right first-time delivery and work with Project Managers/Principals to ensure effective project delivery

Candidate Specification

We are looking for a flexible and motivated professional with a genuine passion and a desire to make a difference in the world. The candidate must be organized, with very good time management and communication skills.

Essential Competencies / Skills

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Electrical Engineering
• 12–15 years of experience in electrical engineering or equivalent in the rail industry
• Experience in electric track equipment design
• Experience in substation design (AC and DC)
• Experience in the development of electrical protection
• Experience in HV and LV cable route design
• Experience with traction load flow modelling software and power system studies, and/or experience with EMC
• IT skills: proficiency in ETAP modelling software or similar, TRAIN simulation software or similar, BIM and CAD software (AutoCAD, Bentley OpenBuildings and MicroStation)
• Competent in using standard office software to produce well-presented, coherent professional documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills supporting collaborative working with colleagues
• Attention to detail with a logical but creative approach to problem solving

Desirable Skills

• Experience in traction power engineering / EMC within a rail consultancy business
• Experience in leading/coordinating the delivery of packages of work
• Experience in project/contract management
• Appreciation of environmental issues associated with rail engineering works
• Good working knowledge and demonstrable experience of Network Rail and Transport for London projects
• MATLAB, ETAP, C++ coding, Python
• Achieved or working towards Chartership

Job Profile

As a Traction Power Engineer, you will work alongside experienced professionals within multi-disciplinary teams and gain experience using industry-standard toolsets on a range of challenging and dynamic projects. You will build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and external clients through excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will provide technical guidance within your team while developing your skills and capabilities through our development and training programs.

Flexible Working

At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff in creating work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Our Benefits Package

• Agile working
• Critical illness and compassionate leave
• Paternity Leave
• Group term life insurance and Group medical insurance coverage
• Career mobility options
• Short and long-term global employment opportunities
• Global collaboration and knowledge sharing

Location(s): Noida, UP, IN Bengaluru, KA, IN

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Transport

Discipline: Railways

Job Ref: 10936

Recruiter Contact: Naveen Gill