Electrical Construction Specialist
Aecom
Electrical Construction Specialist designing and managing traction power systems for rail transit.
17 days ago ago
$140,000 - $180,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Philadelphia, PA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
design preparation
effort estimation
technical leadership
interdisciplinary review
technical strategy
client management
- May oversee the work of less experienced designers
- Develops estimates of technical efforts for projects
- Prepares designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings and working drawings
- Meets with clients and oversees all aspects of the project to ensure client needs are met
- Oversees the development and implementation of technical approach and the completion of complex work which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
- Conducts interdisciplinary review of project deliverables and develops estimates of technical efforts for projects
- Manages communication and collaboration with full design team and client
- Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment
- Initiates and creates project designs and plans with responsibility for preparing presentation and design drawings
What you bring
ba/bs
20 years
traction power
electrical substations
design leadership
strategic thinker
- . Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term goals against short-term gains, recognizing when to prioritize each to achieve sustainable success.
- BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Demonstrated ability to provide design with constructability in mind throughout all design life cycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage the strengths and expertise of others to deliver innovative solutions that meet our clients’ needs.
- 20 years of Traction Power design experience with 750 V dc third rail and overhead; 12 kV ac, 25 Hz, 2 x 12.5 kV ac, 60 Hz, 2 x 25 kV, 60 Hz with a strong focus on constructability.
- Proven track record of leading design teams and optimizing designs for construction efficiency
- Extensive experience in the execution and task leadership for electrical substations, electrical work in the railroad environment, design calculations, plans development, specifications and technical report writing
- Ability to perform project work as well as serve as a technical leader
- Self-motivated professional with the ability to anticipate, plan for, and act on risks and opportunities in alignment with business goals and organizational structure.
- Ability to prepare and guide drafters/designers to prepare one-line diagrams, elementary and detailed wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation physical layouts, selection of substation equipment, writing of substation equipment specifications, proposal development, construction cost estimates, and project scheduling, test plans, field tests, reports, analysis, and technical studies for traction power systems.
- Ability to perform site investigations and walk-downs in high-voltage substations and along electrified railroads
- Experience technical studies for traction power systems, including train performance simulations, ac and dc load flow simulations, short circuit calculations, EMF/EMI studies
- Ability to understand and retrieve relay settings. Ability to recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance with all clients, local, state and federal regulations including APTA Rail Transit standards, AREMA railway standards, the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), the National Electrical Safety Code (IEEE C2), and other standards as applicable.
- Ability to communicate well with others and support business development opportunities
- Experience in design/build and other alternative delivery projects
- Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally to all AECOM, partner, and client office locations, including project offices, if applicable
- Experience with SEPTA, WMATA, LIRR, NJ Transit, PATH, PATCO and Amtrak Traction Power
- Serves as a fully capable professional in the field with minimal direction
- Applies advanced knowledge to develop design procedures software and tools to facilitate high quality cost-effective technical project activities
- experience in writing of technical papers and developing technical presentations
- Technical competence in all elements of transit traction power engineering
- Ability to prepare design drawings and documents, technical specifications, cost estimates, proposals, calculations, and studies associated with traction power systems for both AC & DC electrified railways.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future
- Relocation is not available for this position
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Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
- Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
- Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
- Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
- Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
- Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
- Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
- Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
- Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
- Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
- Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
- Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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