New Graduate - Jr. OCS Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description: What we do
Wescom Solutions provides systems engineering, construction management, and operations support services to the rail transit industry. Our mission is to help transit authorities enhance their system capabilities, capital program execution and operational efficiencies in the safest, and most time- and cost-efficient manner.
Why Wescom Solutions

At Wescom Solutions we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a crucial part of our dynamic culture. Here's why working with us is a unique and rewarding experience:

Make a Real Impact:

• In a small business, your contributions don't get lost. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our success from day one.

Flexibility and Agility:

• Say goodbye to rigid structures. At Wescom Solutions, we embrace flexibility and adaptability, allowing you to thrive in a creative and dynamic work environment.

Learning and Growth Opportunities:

• A small business is a breeding ground for learning. Expect to wear multiple hats, take on new challenges, and grow both personally and professionally.

Direct Communication Channels:

• Skip the hierarchical ladder. Here, your ideas and suggestions are heard directly. Open communication is not just encouraged; it's essential to our success.

Ready to be a part of something big in a small package? Apply now and help provide "Solutions for Tomorrow's Connections".

Position Summary
Join our team as a recent college graduate with a degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, and take on a role focused on the design of Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) for rail and transportation projects.
An Overhead Contact Systems use an overhead wire to supply electricity to mass transit vehicles such as light rail trains and streetcars.
As a junior team member, you will contribute to the design of OCS layout, wire tensions, and structures for various transportation systems. Collaborate closely with experienced engineers to gain insights into systems integration and design. Your responsibilities will include supporting the preparation of design reports and documents. This is an opportunity to build a solid foundation in the field of OCS projects and contribute to the transit and transportation industry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of OCS layout, wire tensions, foundations, and structures for light rail, commuter rail, streetcar with pantograph, and electrified buses with trolley poles.
• Collaborate with senior engineers for systems integration and design.
• Support the preparation of design reports and development of documents, including specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Participate in the review of project submittals and assist with responses to requests for information from contractors.
• Provide assistance in installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Contribute to the management of OCS projects under supervision.

Requirements:

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; relevant coursework and projects during college are considered.
• Eagerness to learn and develop skills in OCS systems design, covering both DC rail (600 to 1500 volt) and AC systems (12 to 25 kilovolt).
• Exposure to AutoCAD or MicroStation is a plus
• Interest in obtaining a professional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate
• Enthusiasm for the transit/transportation industry.
• Willingness to participate in field testing of OCS systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Wescom Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.