Senior Specialist Traction Power

Mott MacDonald; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 149,853 - 183,154; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD/LTD disability

Holiday and PTO

Parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm seeks a Senior Specialist – Traction Power in Seattle. The role involves managing technical delivery and oversight of traction power design and construction in transit environments. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in traction electrification systems. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package offered, including 401(k) and insurance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as Senior Traction Power Specialist, or related field.
• 5 years experience in design, construction and commissioning of traction power systems.
• Expertise in traction power modelling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical delivery of traction power design.
• Oversee construction contracts and lead contractor reviews.
• Provide expert assistance during installation and testing.

Skills

Management and oversight of design, construction, testing, and commissioning

Traction power modelling software

Design of overhead contact systems

Technical expertise in traction power substations

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Specialist – Traction Power

Location: 1601 5th Avenue, Suite 800, Seattle, WA 98101

Responsibilities

Manage the technical delivery aspects of traction power and overhead contact system design (traction electrification systems) from concept engineering through final design and to design support during construction. Oversee the delivery of traction power‑related construction contracts and lead the review of designer and contractor submittals for technical appropriateness, compliance with owner’s requirements, constructability and maintainability. Provide expert assistance to contractors during installation, testing and commissioning to ensure schedule progress and rigorous testing and recording of traction electrification system installation. Optimize traction electrification system performance during testing and operational phases. Lead teams to excel in technical delivery, on‑time performance and client relationship development. Communicate effectively with project managers and directors across owner and contractor organizations. Provide timely, accurate, comprehensive reporting and detailed analysis to solve emerging managerial and technical problems. Provide technical and quality assurance oversight for projects involving the delivery of new and upgrade of existing network communications systems. Demonstrate innovation, collaboration and decisive action and provide technical leadership through excellent example.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or a related field plus eight (8) years of experience as Senior Traction Power Specialist, or related occupation involving experience in railway traction electrification systems engineering.
• Five (5) years required in each of the following:
• Management and oversight of design, construction, testing, and commissioning of traction power systems in a transit environment.
• Working with traction power modelling software, including load flow analysis.
• Design and construction of overhead contact systems for transit applications.
• Technical expertise in design, manufacturing, installation, or commissioning of traction power substations in AC and DC environments.
• Managing client requirements relationships including technical, schedule and budget aspects in project delivery.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $166,504.00 /year

Benefits: 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, personal time off (PTO), parental leave, and company‑paid life insurance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Application

Apply via https://apply.mottmac.com.