Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS) Engineer
Design and manage traction power and OCS for Northeast Corridor rail projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role the engineer will collaborate with cross‑functional teams of engineers, planners and other disciplines to deliver multidisciplinary technical work, including design, specification and cost estimation for traction power and OCS systems on multiple concurrent Amtrak and other Northeast Corridor projects. The position also requires staying current with the latest engineering techniques, supporting business development, participating in WSP’s quality process, and assisting with contract negotiations, client meetings and project‑level decision making. • Design and specify traction power and OCS systems for multiple Amtrak and Northeast Corridor projects • Develop cost estimates and ensure compliance with standards and sound engineering practices • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support business development proposals • Participate in quality assurance, contract negotiations, client meetings and technical presentations • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of traction power and OCS engineering techniques
Key Responsibilities
- ▸traction design
- ▸cost estimation
- ▸team collaboration
- ▸quality assurance
- ▸client meetings
- ▸technical presentation
What You Bring
The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or a closely related discipline) and have at least five years of post‑graduation experience in planning, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and cut‑over of traction power and OCS systems for Amtrak or comparable railroads. Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to review complex technical documents, critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities, and a proven safety record are required. Immediate availability to work in the U.S., flexibility in schedule, occasional travel and adherence to WSP’s health, safety and conduct policies are also expected. • Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering and ≥5 years experience with rail traction power/OCS • Demonstrate strong written and interpersonal communication, critical‑thinking and safety record • Preferred: master’s degree and professional engineering licensure/certification
Requirements
- ▸bachelor engineering
- ▸5+ years
- ▸rail traction
- ▸ocs
- ▸pe license
- ▸critical thinking
Benefits
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in engineering and professional licensure or certification. WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite covering medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid leave (including sick, vacation, parental, bereavement, voting and naturalization), and a supportive, flexible workplace model. The expected salary range for this position is $100,900 – $180,860, with the final offer dependent on experience, education, internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA is a leading global engineering firm with over 15,000 employees in more than 300 U.S. offices, committed to equal opportunity employment and requiring candidates to be authorized to work in the United States. • Flexible schedule, immediate U.S. work authorization, and occasional travel as required • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, voting, naturalization) • Salary range: $100,900 – $180,860, adjusted for experience, education and location
Work Environment
Office Full-Time