Senior Traction Power Engineer — Rail Systems Leader

Hatch; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Long term career development

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Senior Traction Power Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. Join our dedicated Rail Systems team to lead electrification projects, manage design packages, and work collaboratively with junior engineers.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, with extensive knowledge in the transit industry and related design skills, to ensure successful power system designs. This full-time role demands excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate preferred.
• Experience in the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages.
• Design traction power substations and equipment sizing.
• Perform load flow simulations and prepare reports.
• Manage traction power projects.

Skills

Load flow simulation software

Knowledge of power systems analysis

Project management experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

NFPA 70

National Electrical Code (NEC)

Job description

Hatch is seeking a Senior Traction Power Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. Join our dedicated Rail Systems team to lead electrification projects, manage design packages, and work collaboratively with junior engineers.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, with extensive knowledge in the transit industry and related design skills, to ensure successful power system designs. This full-time role demands excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.