Job SummaryTYLin is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Electrical Engineer (Traction Power) to support and lead complex Rail + Transit infrastructure projects across the nation serving several R+T agencies.
Responsibilities & QualificationsWhat You'll Do:Technical Leadership & Design- Lead the design of traction power systems, including:
- Traction power substations (TPSS)
- Rectifier and transformer systems
- DC switchgear and AC distribution
- Overhead catenary system (OCS) power interfaces
- Third rail power systems
- Negative return, stray current mitigation, and grounding/bonding systems
- Perform and oversee load flow, short-circuit, voltage drop, harmonic, and coordination studies.
- Develop design criteria, technical specifications, drawings, and calculations.
- Conduct design reviews and ensure QA/QC compliance.
Project Delivery- Serve as Engineer of Record (as applicable).
- Coordinate with civil, structural, track, signals, and systems disciplines.
- Interface with utility companies and transit agency stakeholders.
- Support construction services, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field inspections.
Client & Business Development Support- Support proposals and technical pursuits for regional transit agencies.
- Participate in client meetings and technical presentations.
- Contribute to strategic growth of the Rail + Transit practice in the Mid-Atlantic.
What You'll Bring:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (DC, MD, or VA preferred; ability to obtain reciprocity required).
- 10+ years of progressive experience in traction power and rail electrification design.
- Demonstrated experience with heavy rail, commuter rail, light rail, or streetcar systems.
- Strong working knowledge of:
- DC traction power systems (600V-1500V DC typical ranges)
- AC utility interconnections (e.g., 13.2kV, 25kV, 34.5kV systems)
- Protective relaying and coordination
- Grounding and bonding for rail systems
- Familiarity with rail and transit agencies.
- Experience with ETAP, SKM, or similar power system modeling software preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What We're Looking For- A technically rigorous engineer who can operate as a subject matter expert in traction power.
- A collaborative leader who can mentor junior engineers and guide multidisciplinary teams.
- A professional who understands the complexity of public infrastructure delivery and stakeholder coordination in dense urban environments.
- Someone motivated to help expand TYLin's Rail + Transit presence in the market.
Additional InformationTYLin is committed to pay equity.As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $117,600 - $176,400 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
