Traction Power Engineer

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting in the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position performs research, development, calculations, design and delivery in partnership with the project team. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to assist in the execution and evaluation of project designs. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project execution using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB's clients.

What You'll Do :

Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.

Responsible for preparation and / or modification for select portions of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.

Develops project quantities and assists with development of cost estimates.

Assists engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.

Able to self-sufficiently complete various tasks and duties including but not limited to research, data collection, field investigations, development, and design of projects.

Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, or

Master's degree in Engineering and 1 year of relevant experience

What You'll Bring :

Exhibits proficiency in applying AC and DC power distribution engineering and AC and DC Traction Power Substations, including 600 / 750V DC rail transit traction power substations.

Design auxiliary power and switchgear systems in a transit environment.

Support design team with traction power system analysis and simulations including load flow, short-circuit availability, motor-starting, and protective relay coordination studies.

Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in traction power to generate specifications and design drawings.

Performs site investigations in substations and along railroad tracks.

Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

Displays proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and MicroStation and / or AutoCad or other software as required for job assignments.

Perform design services during construction for traction power projects

Active IEEE organizations and committees

What We Prefer :

Master's degree in Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Experience designing traction power projects

Knowledgeable in MicroStation and / or AutoCAD

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations : New York, NY

The approximate pay range for New York is $72,602.78 - $136,130.21. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Job Type : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full time

Job Category : Engineering Group

ReqID : R-25744

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