HDR
Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
HDR, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
Position Description: The primary duties of the Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader involve technical leadership for rail systems projects pertaining to traction electrification and overhead contact systems (OCS) and other distribution systems. Specific responsibilities include technical leadership, design management, design production, lead on specific design packages, and coordinating the assembly of plans and specifications and construction support. This position supports various rail and transit projects throughout North America to serve the contract requirements and respond to client needs. Key qualifications: Experience developing technical specifications, criteria and drawings for AC and DC traction power systems and the interfaces to train control, communications, rolling stock, operations control centers and other elements of rail systems. Ability to proactively lead tasks between technical groups and be innovative in solving complex challenges. Responsibilities
Project work will include electrification distribution design for Streetcar, Electrified Bus, Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail and High Speed Rail Projects operating on Overhead Contact or Third Rail Systems. Design work would include OCS design, sectionalizing, equipment sizing and protection, SCADA and control center interface, system feeders and returns, traction power distribution systems, bonding and grounding, etc. Mentoring and development of staff in traction power and OCS design practices is Project management work will include client needs coordination, scoping, fee preparation, scheduling, budget tracking, and delivery of work products. Project pursuits, client development, opportunity tracking and proposal work is required. Work location would include both Home Office and short term travel to cities installing or planning to install Electrified Transit Systems. Long term field assignments may also be available. Skills and Additional Attributes
Individual must be technically competent, with recognized rail specialization that resolves problems of significant scope and complexity. The individual should have industry standing in technical committees in the electrification field and have established relationships with rail and transit clients throughout North America. Experience in designing AC and DC traction power and distribution systems for trolley, streetcar, light rail, metro rail, commuter and high-speed rail systems. In addition to performing design work by themselves, the individual will be required to plan, organize, and coordinate the tasks and assignments for a group of professionals and technicians across multiple projects. Past experience leading teams and having direct client interface and complete project life-cycle (design, installation, testing and commissioning) is required. Experience as a group leader or Department Head for TPS/OCS work for an agency and consultant is desirable. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field – (Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) Advanced degree preferred PE license required 15+ years experience in railway electrification systems Industry standing and involvement in AREMA, APTA, IEEE Technical committees Solid experience with electrification systems for intercity, commuter systems, heavy rail, light rail, street car and electrified bus operations AC/DC traction electrification, overhead contact and distribution system design and implementation is required Experience with CADD tools and ability to complete designs individually Must have excellent organizational and communication skills Key Words
electrification, transit systems, overhead contact system, electrical, traction power, rail transit, railway design, transportation, engineering, transit design, electrical, systems. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering 10 years related experience A minimum 5 years project management experience Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must EEO Statement
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Primary Location
United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia Industry, Schedule, Employee Status, Business Class, Post Date
Industry: Transit Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Rail and Transit Systems Job Posting: Oct 16, 2025
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Position Description: The primary duties of the Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader involve technical leadership for rail systems projects pertaining to traction electrification and overhead contact systems (OCS) and other distribution systems. Specific responsibilities include technical leadership, design management, design production, lead on specific design packages, and coordinating the assembly of plans and specifications and construction support. This position supports various rail and transit projects throughout North America to serve the contract requirements and respond to client needs. Key qualifications: Experience developing technical specifications, criteria and drawings for AC and DC traction power systems and the interfaces to train control, communications, rolling stock, operations control centers and other elements of rail systems. Ability to proactively lead tasks between technical groups and be innovative in solving complex challenges. Responsibilities
Project work will include electrification distribution design for Streetcar, Electrified Bus, Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail and High Speed Rail Projects operating on Overhead Contact or Third Rail Systems. Design work would include OCS design, sectionalizing, equipment sizing and protection, SCADA and control center interface, system feeders and returns, traction power distribution systems, bonding and grounding, etc. Mentoring and development of staff in traction power and OCS design practices is Project management work will include client needs coordination, scoping, fee preparation, scheduling, budget tracking, and delivery of work products. Project pursuits, client development, opportunity tracking and proposal work is required. Work location would include both Home Office and short term travel to cities installing or planning to install Electrified Transit Systems. Long term field assignments may also be available. Skills and Additional Attributes
Individual must be technically competent, with recognized rail specialization that resolves problems of significant scope and complexity. The individual should have industry standing in technical committees in the electrification field and have established relationships with rail and transit clients throughout North America. Experience in designing AC and DC traction power and distribution systems for trolley, streetcar, light rail, metro rail, commuter and high-speed rail systems. In addition to performing design work by themselves, the individual will be required to plan, organize, and coordinate the tasks and assignments for a group of professionals and technicians across multiple projects. Past experience leading teams and having direct client interface and complete project life-cycle (design, installation, testing and commissioning) is required. Experience as a group leader or Department Head for TPS/OCS work for an agency and consultant is desirable. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field – (Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) Advanced degree preferred PE license required 15+ years experience in railway electrification systems Industry standing and involvement in AREMA, APTA, IEEE Technical committees Solid experience with electrification systems for intercity, commuter systems, heavy rail, light rail, street car and electrified bus operations AC/DC traction electrification, overhead contact and distribution system design and implementation is required Experience with CADD tools and ability to complete designs individually Must have excellent organizational and communication skills Key Words
electrification, transit systems, overhead contact system, electrical, traction power, rail transit, railway design, transportation, engineering, transit design, electrical, systems. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering 10 years related experience A minimum 5 years project management experience Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must EEO Statement
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Primary Location
United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia Industry, Schedule, Employee Status, Business Class, Post Date
Industry: Transit Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Rail and Transit Systems Job Posting: Oct 16, 2025
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