Project Engineer, Traction Power and Medium Voltage

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Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Project Engineer, Traction Power and Medium Voltage, for one of our offices in Sacramento, Fresno, or Bakersfield, CA. This is an on-site role.JOB SUMMARY: The Project Engineer, Traction Power and Medium Voltage, provides engineering leadership for traction power, medium voltage distribution, and auxiliary power systems on a major transportation infrastructure project. The position covers 25kV AC traction power systems, traction power substations, switching and paralleling stations, utility interconnections, SCADA, protective relays, transformers, high and medium voltage switchgear, grounding and bonding, traction return, auxiliary power, wayside distribution, emergency and standby power, UPS systems, and electrical metering and monitoring. Responsibilities include reviewing electrical studies, protection schemes, equipment specifications, construction packages, contractor submittals, calculations, and test procedures while coordinating interfaces with OCS, signaling, communications, SCADA, stations, maintenance facilities, civil works, track, operations, and maintenance. The position supports installation, testing, commissioning, and energization activities, with travel of approximately 25–50% along the project alignment throughout the Central Valley, California.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead engineering coordination and technical oversight for traction power, medium voltage, and auxiliary power systems throughout design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, energization, and operational handoverCoordinate engineering interfaces between traction power, OCS, signaling, communications, SCADA, stations, maintenance facilities, civil works, track, operations, and maintenance teamsLead technical review of traction power studies, protection schemes, load flow analyses, short circuit studies, grounding studies, equipment specifications, construction packages, and design deliverablesReview contractor submittals, shop drawings, calculation packages, test procedures, and engineering documentationProvide engineering support for 25kV AC traction power systems, traction power substations, switching and paralleling stations, utility interconnection facilities, and traction power SCADA systemsProvide engineering support for protective relay systems, power transformers, high and medium voltage switchgear, grounding and bonding systems, traction return systems, and power monitoring systemsProvide engineering support for medium voltage distribution networks, station and maintenance facility power, wayside power distribution, ring main units, distribution transformers, motor control centers, emergency and standby power, UPS systems, low voltage distribution, and electrical meteringReview engineering deliverables associated with substations, cable routes, duct banks, equipment shelters, and corridor-wide distribution infrastructureCoordinate electrical power interfaces supporting signaling, communications, train control, station, maintenance facility, security, and operational control center systemsSupport utility coordination for transmission, sub-transmission, and distribution service connections, including service applications, interconnection agreements, load studies, protection coordination reviews, and energization authorizationsProvide technical support for statutory, regulatory, and Authority Having Jurisdiction approvals, and support preparation of responses to regulator comments, permit conditions, and inspection findingsMonitor construction of substations, utility interconnections, medium voltage distribution systems, and wayside electrical infrastructure, and conduct field inspections to verify compliance with approved designs and standardsSupport resolution of field issues, design changes, RFIs, utility conflicts, site access constraints, and construction sequencing challengesProvide technical leadership for electrical safety, outage planning, energization readiness, commissioning readiness, and operational handover programsSupport Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, System Integration Testing, protective relay testing, transformer testing, switchgear testing, SCADA verification, and trial runningSupport defect resolution, corrective actions, punch-list closure, final system acceptance, revenue service demonstration, and operational readinessQualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering disciplineDemonstrated experience supporting traction power and electrical systems from design through construction, testing, commissioning, energization, and final acceptanceStrong experience reviewing engineering calculations, technical studies, specifications, and construction documentationStrong working knowledge of traction power systems, medium voltage distribution systems, substations, protective relays, utility interfaces, and railway electrical infrastructureExperience coordinating contractors, utilities, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teamsExperience reviewing protection schemes, load flow analyses, short circuit studies, and grounding studiesExperience supporting utility coordination, interconnection, and energization authorization activitiesExperience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, and electrical commissioning programsStrong technical writing, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills10+ years of engineering experience on major transportation, utility, energy, or infrastructure programs10+ years of experience delivering traction power, electrical infrastructure, utility, medium voltage, or rail systems projectsProfessional Engineer (PE) licensure; additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of licensureExperience on high-speed rail projects operating above 125 mph (200 km/h)Experience with California High-Speed Rail, HS2, European high-speed rail programs, or comparable large-scale rail programsExperience delivering 25kV AC traction power systemsExperience supporting traction power substations, auxiliary power substations, switching stations, and utility interconnectionsExperience with electrical SCADA systems, power monitoring systems, and integrated railway power management systemsExperience supporting substation construction, wayside equipment installation, energization planning, and commissioning programsExperience supporting integrated testing, revenue service demonstration, and entry into revenue service activitiesAdditional InformationSponsorship is provided for this role.Relocation is provided for this role.At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Construction