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Senior Traction Power Engineer

Requisition ID:

92855

Job Category:

Infrastructure; Consulting; Engineering; Project Engineering; Project Management

Location:

Seattle, WA, 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!

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated

Senior Traction Power Engineer

to join our North American Infrastructure group in our Rail Systems team in the

Seattle, WA

area.

Other possible locations:

Chicago IL; Newark, NJ; Brooklyn, NY; Los Angeles, CA; Ambler, PA (Suburban Philadelphia)

In this role the ideal candidate is a results-driven engineering professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Candidates must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

As the successful candidate, you will:

Lead a group of junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages

Design traction power substations, feeder and equipment sizing, site plans, duct bank and conduit layouts, grounding systems, and auxiliary power supply systems and control circuits

Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design

Perform load flow simulations and prepare reports

Develop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates

Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors

Provide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients

Management of traction power projects

You bring to the role:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

15 to 25 years of experience with dc traction power systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 Volt dc rail transit traction power substations, ac and dc switchgear, transformers, rectifiers, and controls

Working knowledge of NFPA 70 is required and thorough understanding of the Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes

Professional engineer's license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage

Experience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable

Relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements

The following skills/experience is a plus:

Load flow simulation software

Knowledge of power systems analysis

Experience in factory testing, field testing and commissioning of traction power equipment

Experience in protective relaying

Experience in medium voltage switchgear application-design and specification

Knowledge of railway overhead catenary/third rail distribution systems

Project management experience

Management experience

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 of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to , , , , citizenship, , creed, , , marital status, , 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.

Official Title:

Senior Traction Power Engineer

Primary Location:

United States - Seattle, WA

Job:

Infrastructure

Type of Employment:

Full-time

Shift:

Day

Number of Openings:

1

Schedule:

On-site 5 days a week

Base Compensation:

$150,000 - $180,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Reports to:

VP, Rail Systems Engineering

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Senior Traction Power Engineer

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Published on 08/15/2025

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