Senior Traction Power Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Traction Power Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team in California, supporting the California High Speed Rail, Track and Systems contract. Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering Traction Power systems, focusing on 2 x 25KVac electrification.
• Developing Arup's business and capability in Traction Power and Electrification in North America.
• Leading the Traction Power scope on the California High Speed Rail project.
• Collaborating with other disciplines and partners within the TSCC consortium.
• Ensuring full compliance with the Quality Management process for preliminary designs.
• Providing technical requirements for the procurement of Traction Power system vendors.
• Overseeing the installation and testing of Traction Power systems.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Strong domain knowledge in 2x 25KVac, including new technology such as Static Frequency Converters.
• Performing traction power simulations, understanding inputs, different simulation tools, types of scenarios, and limitations.
• Demonstrating a good understanding of the Power SCADA system and safety/human factors associated with operation and isolation.
• Being well-informed and curious about the electrification in general, including the pros and cons of different technologies and products.
• Experience in growing capability and developing business.
• Participating in the Traction Power scope on the California High Speed Rail project.
• Collaborating with other disciplines and partners within the TSCC consortium.
• Ensuring full compliance with the Quality Management process for preliminary designs.
• Providing technical requirements for the procurement of Traction Power system vendors.
• Oversight of the installation and testing of Traction Power systems.
• Leading client engagement in your sub-discipline area(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering.
• Experience working directly with clients in a leadership role.
• 10 years of Traction Power experience, preferably 2x 25KVac, but also interested in DC traction.
• Direct experience of practical issues that arise during installation, testing & commissioning and entry into service.
• Proven understanding of System Safety Certification processes and RAMS.
• Knowledgeable in railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA, MIL-STD, IEEE and EN.
• Engineering Concepts, including Design, Verification & Validation, and System Integration.
• Professional Engineer designation in California or equivalent.
• Understanding of owner/client capital project drivers and priorities.
• Basic understanding of construction project procurement approaches, project schedule and cost estimate documents.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and lead design/consulting delivery teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering.
• Experience working directly with clients in a leadership role.
• 10 years of Traction Power experience, preferably 2x 25KVac, but also interested in DC traction.
• Direct experience of practical issues that arise during installation, testing & commissioning and entry into service.
• Proven understanding of System Safety Certification processes and RAMS.
• Knowledgeable in railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA, MIL-STD, IEEE and EN.
• Engineering Concepts, including Design, Verification & Validation, and System Integration.
• Professional Engineer designation in California or equivalent.
• Understanding of owner/client capital project drivers and priorities.
• Basic understanding of construction project procurement approaches, project schedule and cost estimate documents.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and lead design/consulting delivery teams.

Skills

• Strong domain knowledge in 2x 25KVac, including new technology such as Static Frequency Converters.
• Proven experience in System Safety Certification processes and RAMS.
• Knowledgeable in railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA, MIL-STD, IEEE and EN.
• Expertise in Design, Verification & Validation, and System Integration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
• Comprehensive and valuable benefits program.
• Flexible working options.
• Profit share scheme.
• 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match.
• Health and wellness security.
• Learning opportunities.
• Opportunities to have an impact through the work done.

Pay

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in San Francisco is $170,000 to $190,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary.

Schedule

Details of the schedule are not specified in the job posting.