Junior OCS (Overhead Contact System) Engineer
Hatch
Design and manage overhead contact systems for rail and transit projects.
7 days ago ago
$88,000 - $88,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction services
Architecture
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Marine
Transport
Role
What you would be doing
ocs design
documentation
submittal review
systems integration
project management
commissioning
- Develop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates.
- Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors.
- Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design.
- Management of OCS projects.
- Provide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients.
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Prepare design reports.
- Design OCS layout, wire tensions, foundations, poles/columns/structures for light rail, commuter rail and streetcar with pantograph as well as streetcar and electrified buses with trolley poles.
What you bring
autocad
microstation
staad
risa
engineering degree
pe license
- Relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements.
- AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering.
- Knowledge of railway traction power systems
- Experience in field testing of OCS systems
- Experience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable.
- Professional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage.
- Project management experience
- Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NEC) and local codes.
- Experience with Structural engineering analysis software like STAAD and RISA is a plus.
- 1 to 3 years of experience with dc OCS systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500-volt dc rail or 12 to 25 kilovolt AC rail systems.
- Long term career development
- Flexible work environment
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1955
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1955, marking the beginning of its engineering journey.
70+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates with over 70 offices, supporting projects worldwide.
- Began as a small civil-engineering firm and expanded into metallurgy under its namesake leader.
- Now employee-owned and independent, it has grown through strategic acquisitions of engineering firms across North America and beyond.
- Offers end-to-end services—from concept and feasibility through design, construction management, and operations—in key sectors.
- Projects include heavy industrial and mining operations, hydropower tunnels, green-steel plants, and rail & transit infrastructure.
- Specialises in multidisciplinary engineering disciplines including structural, mechanical, civil, piping, electrical, and process design.
- Known for integrating advanced tools like 3D parametric design, simulation, CFD, and proprietary Hatch software in project delivery.
- Milestones include delivering North America’s Niagara Tunnel Project and pioneering high-current AP60 aluminium smelting pots.
- Combines local insight with global expertise to support projects in over 150 countries.
- We believe in people, the power of diverse perspectives, and the value of collaboration.
- We are committed to solving some of the world’s most complex challenges and creating sustainable solutions.
- We focus on fostering a culture of trust and respect where all individuals are empowered to contribute their best work.
- We embrace a growth mindset, prioritizing continuous learning and development.
- We celebrate innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
2050 Target
Net Zero Emissions Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions, enhancing environmental resilience and reducing global impacts.
- Works towards sustainable solutions, helping clients in energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.
- Integrates sustainable practices in operations, focusing on renewable energy and circular economy principles.
- Involved in large-scale projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build environmental resilience.
By 2030
Gender Balance Goal
Aims to achieve equal representation of women and men in leadership roles.
- Promotes a culture of inclusion, where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
- Has set clear targets for improving gender representation and inclusion within the workforce.
- Reports on its progress towards diversity and inclusion through transparent metrics, focusing on increasing gender diversity at all levels.
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