Designs and manufactures safety‑critical high‑voltage electrical equipment for rail, renewable energy, DC grids, and industry.
Manage North American traction power substation projects from initiation to closeout.
1 months ago ago
$95,000 - $128,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Pittsburgh, PA
Onsite
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Manufacturing
Product Development
Sector Specialisms
Railways
Transportation
Hydrogen
Mining
Electrical Safety Solutions
High Voltage Traction Equipment
Auxiliary Equipment for Railways
Locomotives
Role
Description
traction power
substation projects
project management
design coordination
client communication
logistics
Maintain the highest standard of self-discipline regarding accountability and constant communication with your client throughout the project lifecycle (design, submittals, approvals, productions, deliveries, tests & commissioning, warranty period)
Develop strong working relationships with internal team members. Be open, flexible, communicative, and collaborative while proactively working towards solutions to complex situations in a team environment
Responsible for all phases of North American customer projects involving traction power substation activities
Organize and manage all tasks related to project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Close out including cross-functional team collaboration with manufacturing facilities located in Europe.
Ensure the scope of materials and services is delivered in accordance with the customer contract, including scope, cost, schedule, quality, and product performance
Proactively coordinate and facilitate design processes, submittals, approvals, production, and delivery logistics with suppliers and subcontractors
Requirements
project management
english
electrical degree
us citizen
pmp
traction power
Minimum 3 years successful experience as project manager or project engineer, in electrical field (power distribution, renewable energy, electrical equipment, electrical machine, railway, traction power, etc.)
Fluency in English is mandatory
Electrical Engineering degree (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering degree; will consider extensive, proven experience of 10 years or more in traction power setting in lieu of a 4-year degree
Must be a USA citizen that does not require any sponsorship to remain in the USA permanently
Must have a valid US Passport with 15 days of hiring date
PMP certification (preferred) or formal project management training from an accredited institution (a plus)
25% travel required including 2-3 trips to Europe each year
Contract management; contract language, terms, conditions, legal understandings as they apply to contract execution
Must understand the intricacies and sense of urgency in the shop drawing submittal process
Initial training (mandatory) will include 2-4-week trip to Europe
Traction Power industry, electrical substation, or electrical equipment manufacturing experience a plus
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
must be a us citizen and does not require any sponsorship to remain in the usa permanently.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1879
Year Established
The company traces its origins back to 1879, marking over a century of innovation and growth in electrical safety and power systems.
140+ Years
Years of Innovation
Over 140 years of experience in developing cutting-edge electrical safety and high-voltage solutions for diverse industries.
Top Supplier
Market Recognition
Recognized globally as a leader in providing critical high-voltage gear for rail and power infrastructure projects worldwide.
4+ Regions
Global Presence
Operates across multiple continents with strategic locations in China, Brazil, the USA, India, Europe, and Singapore to serve international markets.
Privately owned Swiss company emphasizing long-term innovation, quality, and customer service.
Produces electrical safety solutions like AC/DC circuit breakers, pantographs, sensors, and integrated high-voltage cabinets.
Delivers traction power systems, including DC substations, switchgear, rectifiers, protection, and supervision systems.
Serves renewable energy, marine, e-mobility, mining, heavy industry, data centers, solar, wind, hydrogen and hydro markets.
Complements hardware with after-sales support: spare parts, repairs, calibrations, retrofits, maintenance contracts, training, and digital monitoring services.
Typical projects range from metro and tramway traction substations to onboard electronics and bespoke HV systems.
Culture + Values
Excellence in all our activities
Commitment to innovation
Customer satisfaction as our top priority
Passion for technology
Responsibility towards safety and environment
Integrity and professionalism
Teamwork and collaboration
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2050
Sustainability Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by the middle of the century.
Committed to reducing carbon footprint and pursuing sustainability across all operations.
Actively developing eco-friendly solutions in products and processes.
Emphasizing environmental sustainability in design and manufacturing, particularly in energy efficiency.