Senior Traction Power Engineer

Requisition ID: 95629 

Job Category: Infrastructure 

Location: Chicago, IL, United States 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

 

Hatch Associates Consultants, Inc., Senior Traction Power Engineer (Multiple Positions), Chicago, IL: Install Traction Power Substations in a railroad/transit environment. Design traction power substations, feeder and equipment sizing, site plans, duct bank and conduit layouts, grounding systems, auxiliary power supply systems, and control circuits. Coordinate with other electrical engineers for systems integration and design. Lead a group of junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages. Perform load flow simulations and prepare electrical engineering reports. Develop electrical engineering documents, including specifications, drawings and cost estimates. Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors. Provide Traction Power Substation testing and commissioning support to clients. Help oversee and drive traction power projects to completion. 40 hours per week, M-F (9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). The salary range is $150,000 - $202,000 per year.  

Hatch benefits and other compensation

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401k matching and profit sharing, max up to 6% contribution
• Vacation of 15/20 days based on seniority.
• 80 hours of sick time annually
• Paid Parental leave: 4 weeks partial pay benefit for non-birthing parents, up to 12 weeks for birthing parents
• Short Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Life insurance

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 10 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate work experience.

Of the required experience, must have 10 years of experience in all of the following: DC traction power systems design including the design of 600 to 1500 Volt DC rail transit traction; Designing power substations; Design of AC and DC switchgear; transformers, rectifiers, and controls; and NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and local codes, as applicable to design of Traction Power systems for the railroad/transit industry.

Must be willing and able to travel domestically up to 10% of the time to construction sites, laboratories for equipment testing, clients’ design meetings as well as conferences and

technical forums.

Interested applicants should email their CV to thomas.obrien@hatch.com & specify “Senior Traction Power Engineer” in the subject line.

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Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.