Overhead Catenary Engineer: Rail Electrification

Modern Railway Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Company health insurance covered

HSA and FSA plans

Life insurance 2.5x yearly salary

Job summary

Modern Railway Systems is seeking an Overhead Cantenary Systems Engineer (OCS) to lead design, analysis, and field support for OCS and Traction Power Feeder Systems on light rail and related projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation. Occasional travel and a valid U.S. driver’s license are required; based in Austin, TX with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to travel for project needs and training.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead detailed engineering shop drawings for AC/DC OCS systems.
• Perform calculations for poles, foundations, tension, cantilevers, and wire sag/rise.
• Develop operations and maintenance manuals and training materials.
• Provide site engineering support, troubleshoot installations, and perform testing/commissioning.
• Coordinate with track, signal, and power substation engineers for system integration and testing.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Structural analysis

Shop drawing interpretation

Field construction support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Structural analysis software

Job description

Modern Railway Systems is seeking an Overhead Cantenary Systems Engineer (OCS) to lead design, analysis, and field support for OCS and Traction Power Feeder Systems on light rail and related projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation. Occasional travel and a valid U.S. driver’s license are required; based in Austin, TX with full-time hours.