TRACTION POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER, SENIOR (Salary)
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Job Description:
Are you ready to take on a career-defining challenge in metro system infrastructure? Parsons, a global leader in transportation and infrastructure engineering, is seeking an experienced Senior Traction Power System Engineer to deliver innovative and reliable traction power solutions for a landmark metro project. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to state-of-the-art metro systems that set new benchmarks in efficiency, sustainability, and reliability.
At Parsons, your advanced technical knowledge and leadership skills will propel your career forward, with opportunities for growth, training, and exposure to cutting-edge projects. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative team, you’ll be instrumental in solving mission-critical challenges in the design and implementation of metro traction power systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and Implementation: Lead the design and implementation of traction power systems for metro operations, including substations, rectifier-transformer units, and distribution systems (overhead catenary or third rail).
- System Analysis: Conduct load flow studies, short circuit analyses, and harmonic studies to ensure optimal power distribution and system reliability under varying operational conditions.
- Integration and Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including rail system engineers, civil designers, and operations experts, to deliver seamless and integrated power solutions tailored to metro needs.
- Upgrades and Optimization: Evaluate existing systems and recommend upgrades to support increased capacity, improved headways, and enhanced energy efficiency.
- Compliance and Standards: Ensure all designs and implementations comply with international metro safety standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) and local regulatory requirements.
- Research and Innovation: Stay ahead of industry advancements, leveraging emerging technologies to design resilient and sustainable traction power systems.
- Testing and Commissioning: Oversee system validation, testing, and commissioning to guarantee safe and reliable operation, including SCADA integration and performance tuning.
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment that drives innovation and excellence.
- Process Improvement: Recommend and implement process enhancements to streamline delivery and improve system performance.
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