HDR
Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
HDR, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
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Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
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At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking: What is our impact on the world?
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Position Description The primary duties of the Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader involve the technical leadership for rail systems projects pertaining to traction electrification and overhead contact systems (OCS) and other distribution systems. The role supports various rail and transit projects throughout North America to serve contract requirements and respond to client needs.
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 includes 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.
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.
Work location includes both Home Office and short‑term travel to cities installing or planning electrified transit systems; long‑term field assignments may also be available.
Skills and Additional Attributes
Technically competent, with recognized rail specialization that resolves problems of significant scope and complexity.
Industry standing in technical committees in the electrification field and established relationships with rail and transit clients throughout North America.
Experience designing AC and DC traction power and distribution systems for trolley, streetcar, light rail, metro rail, commuter and high‑speed rail systems.
Plan, organize, and coordinate 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).
Experience as a group leader or Department Head for TPS/OCS work for an agency or 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, heavy rail, light rail, street car and electrified bus operations.
AC/DC traction electrification, overhead contact and distribution system design and implementation required.
Experience with CADD tools and ability to complete designs individually.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
10 years related experience.
A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus).
Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills.
Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
Job Details Schedule: Full‑time Primary Location: United States‑Pennsylvania‑Philadelphia (additional locations across the U.S. and Canada) Business Class: Rail and Transit Systems
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader
role at
HDR
At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:
https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Position Description The primary duties of the Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems (TPS/OCS) Practice Leader involve the technical leadership for rail systems projects pertaining to traction electrification and overhead contact systems (OCS) and other distribution systems. The role supports various rail and transit projects throughout North America to serve contract requirements and respond to client needs.
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 includes 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.
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.
Work location includes both Home Office and short‑term travel to cities installing or planning electrified transit systems; long‑term field assignments may also be available.
Skills and Additional Attributes
Technically competent, with recognized rail specialization that resolves problems of significant scope and complexity.
Industry standing in technical committees in the electrification field and established relationships with rail and transit clients throughout North America.
Experience designing AC and DC traction power and distribution systems for trolley, streetcar, light rail, metro rail, commuter and high‑speed rail systems.
Plan, organize, and coordinate 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).
Experience as a group leader or Department Head for TPS/OCS work for an agency or 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, heavy rail, light rail, street car and electrified bus operations.
AC/DC traction electrification, overhead contact and distribution system design and implementation required.
Experience with CADD tools and ability to complete designs individually.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
10 years related experience.
A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus).
Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills.
Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
Job Details Schedule: Full‑time Primary Location: United States‑Pennsylvania‑Philadelphia (additional locations across the U.S. and Canada) Business Class: Rail and Transit Systems
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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