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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.\nOur 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!\nLooking to take the next step in your career?\nHatch is currently seeking a highly motivatedSenior Traction Power Engineer to join our North American Infrastructure group in our Rail Systems team in the Chicago, IL area.\nOther possible locations: Brooklyn, NY; Newark, NJ; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Ambler, PA (Suburban Philadelphia)\nIn 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.\nAs the successful candidate, you will:\nLead a group of junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages\nDesign traction power substations, feeder and equipment sizing, site plans, duct bank and conduit layouts, grounding systems, and auxiliary power supply systems and control circuits\nCoordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design\nPerform load flow simulations and prepare reports\nDevelop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates\nReview project submittals and requests for information from contractors\nProvide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients\nManagement of traction power projects\nYou bring to the role:\nA Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering\n15 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\nWorking knowledge of NFPA 70 is required and thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes\nProfessional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage\nExperience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable\nRelevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements\nThe following skills/experience is a plus:\nLoad flow simulation software\nKnowledge of power systems analysis\nExperience in factory testing, field testing and commissioning of traction power equipment\nExperience in protective relaying\nExperience in medium voltage switchgear application-design and specification\nKnowledge of railway overhead catenary/third rail distribution systems\nProject management experience\nManagement experience\nWhy join us?\nWork with great people to make a difference\nCollaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions\nTop employer\nWhat we offer you?\nFlexible work environment\nLong term career development\nThink globally, work locally\nDon't meet every single requirement? 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