Lead Traction Power Engineer, Rail Electrification

TYLin; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Education benefits

Job summary

TYLin is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (Traction Power) to lead complex Rail + Transit projects across the United States. The role requires expert design of traction power systems, substation & rectifier systems, and OCS interfaces, with responsibility for engineering leadership and client engagement.

Applicants should have a PE license (DC/MD/VA preferred; reciprocity required), 10+ years of traction power experience, and strong communication skills to work with utilities and transit

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; DC, MD, or VA preferred; reciprocity required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in traction power and rail electrification design.
• Demonstrated experience with heavy rail, commuter rail, light rail, or streetcar systems.
• Strong working knowledge of DC traction power systems (600V–1500V DC typical ranges).
• Familiarity with rail and transit agencies; experience with ETAP/SKM or similar modeling software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of traction power systems including TPSS, rectifier and transformer systems, DC switchgear and AC distribution, OCS interfaces, third rail power systems, and grounding/bonding.
• Perform and oversee load flow, short-circuit, voltage drop, harmonic, and coordination studies.
• Develop design criteria, technical specifications, drawings, and calculations.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Serve as Engineer of Record where applicable and coordinate with civil, structural, track, signals, and systems disciplines.
• Interface with utility companies and transit agency stakeholders.
• Support construction services including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field inspections.
• Assist in proposals and technical pursuits for regional transit agencies.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Rail Electrification

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

TYLin is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (Traction Power) to lead complex Rail + Transit projects across the United States. The role requires expert design of traction power systems, substation & rectifier systems, and OCS interfaces, with responsibility for engineering leadership and client engagement.

Applicants should have a PE license (DC/MD/VA preferred; reciprocity required), 10+ years of traction power experience, and strong communication skills to work with utilities and transit