Traction Power Systems Expert
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About the Role
Parsons is seeking an experienced Traction Power Systems Expert to deliver innovative traction power solutions for a landmark rail project. The role involves planning, design review, integration, and delivery of traction power systems, including substations, OCS, and power distribution.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, development, and integration of traction power systems across all project stages.
- Review and coordinate the design of substations, switching stations, overhead contact systems (OCS), third rail systems, and associated power distribution networks.
- Ensure integration between traction power systems and rolling stock, signalling, SCADA, communications, depot systems, and operational interfaces.
- Support development of system requirements, design criteria, performance specifications, and operational philosophies.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, structural, MEP, railway systems, and operational stakeholders.
- Support Systems Engineering activities including requirements management, interface management, verification, validation, and traceability.
- Review Design and Construct tender documentation, technical specifications, and contractor submissions.
- Support development and implementation of testing and commissioning strategies including FAT, SAT, SIT, energization, and integrated testing activities.
- Identify and manage technical, operational, and integration risks associated with traction power systems.
- Ensure compliance with applicable railway standards, electrical codes, safety requirements, and project specifications.
- Provide technical leadership and support throughout project delivery.
Requirements
- Relevant Engineering Degree (Electrical Engineering or equivalent) from a recognized University
- Minimum 15 years of experience in the management of design and/or construction of rail projects
- Experience in rail traction power systems for metro, high speed, intercity, or express railway projects
- Professional certification or membership with a recognized engineering institution is preferred
- Extensive experience in traction power systems, substations, OCS, power distribution, and railway electrification
- Strong understanding of integration with SCADA, signalling, rolling stock, communications, and depot systems
- Experience with testing, commissioning, energization, and operational readiness activities
- Familiarity with EN, IEC, IEEE, AREMA, and other international railway standards
- Strong Systems Engineering and interface management capabilities
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Job Description
- Parsons is looking for an experienced Traction Power Systems Expert to deliver innovative and reliable traction power solutions for a landmark rail project.
- In this role you will be responsible for planning, design review, integration, and delivery of traction power systems for a major rail project.
- You will oversee system requirements, power supply strategies, interface management, testing and commissioning activities, and operational readiness.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the planning, development, and integration of traction power systems across all project stages.
- Review and coordinate the design of substations, switching stations, overhead contact systems (OCS), third rail systems (where applicable), and associated power distribution networks.
- Ensure integration between traction power systems and rolling stock, signalling, SCADA, communications, depot systems, and operational interfaces.
- Support development of system requirements, design criteria, performance specifications, and operational philosophies.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, structural, MEP, railway systems, and operational stakeholders.
- Support Systems Engineering activities including requirements management, interface management, verification, validation, and traceability.
- Review Design and Construct tender documentation, technical specifications, and contractor submissions.
- Support development and implementation of testing and commissioning strategies including FAT, SAT, SIT, energization, and integrated testing activities.
- Identify and manage technical, operational, and integration risks associated with traction power systems.
- Ensure compliance with applicable railway standards, electrical codes, safety requirements, and project specifications.
- Provide technical leadership and support throughout project delivery.
What Required Skills You'll Bring
- Relevant Engineering Degree (Electrical Engineering or equivalent) from a recognized University.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in the management of design and/or construction of rail projects.
- Experience in rail traction power systems for metro, high speed, intercity, or express railway projects.
- Professional certification or membership with a recognized engineering institution is preferred.
- Extensive experience in traction power systems, substations, OCS, power distribution, and railway electrification.
- Strong understanding of integration with SCADA, signalling, rolling stock, communications, and depot systems.
- Experience with testing, commissioning, energization, and operational readiness activities.
- Familiarity with EN, IEC, IEEE, AREMA, and other international railway standards.
- Strong Systems Engineering and interface management capabilities.
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