Senior Traction Power Engineer — Rail Electrification Leader

TYLin; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

TYLin is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (Traction Power) to support and lead complex Rail + Transit infrastructure projects across the United States, serving multiple agencies. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design, and coordination across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in traction power and rail electrification, a PE license, and a bachelor’s in electrical engineering. Master’s preferred. Proficiency with ETAP or SKM and strong client-facing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• PE license (DC/MD/VA preferred; ability to obtain reciprocity required).
• 10+ years of traction power and rail electrification design experience.
• Experience with heavy rail, commuter rail, light rail, or streetcar systems.
• Familiarity with ETAP, SKM, or similar power system modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of traction power systems, including TPSS, rectifier/transformer systems, DC switchgear, AC distribution, and OCS interfaces.
• Perform load flow, short-circuit, voltage drop, harmonic, and coordination studies.
• Develop design criteria, specifications, drawings, and calculations; conduct QA/QC reviews.

Skills

Traction power design

Leadership

Rail electrification

Communication

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 support and lead complex Rail + Transit infrastructure projects across the United States, serving multiple agencies. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design, and coordination across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in traction power and rail electrification, a PE license, and a bachelor’s in electrical engineering. Master’s preferred. Proficiency with ETAP or SKM and strong client-facing skills are essential.