Rail Systems Catenary Engineer

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a talented Rail Systems / Catenary Engineer for employment within the New England region. Here you will have the opportunity to work side by side with career rail professionals throughout the US. delivering projects for transit clients with a focus on electrification and overhead catenary systems or OCS.

AECOM
-Transportation

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM’s Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all our communities into the future — safely and reliably.

We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems — as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure — to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public‑private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high‑quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long‑lasting benefits to society.

• Be an integral part of our WORLD CLASS RAIL DESIGN group
• Develop overhead catenary systems layout drawings, profiles, hanger tabulations, erection diagrams and technical specifications
• Perform quality control reviews and design checks of railroad projects
• Lead major tasks
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state & local regulations Overhead Catenary System (OCS)
• Serves as a project manager on mid‑large size projects
• Coordinates team and provides technical expertise for mid‑large size projects
• Will develop overhead catenary systems layout drawings, profiles, hanger tabulations, erection diagrams and technical specifications
• Leads technical client relationships related to design, construction and phasing of the work.
• Coordinates with multiple departments related to a projects scope of work.
• Mentors staff to develop a team to support work throughout New England and beyond.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with clients

• BA/BS in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field plus 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must have a Valid Driver's License and pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records review.

• 10 years' experience in railway systems (Overhead Catenary Systems/Traction Power).
• 6 years of related experience in railway (overhead catenary systems, traction power, track).
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, GEOPAK, Open Roads or Open Rail
• Experience working with Connecticut Department of Transportation, Metro‑North Railroad, Amtrak, MBTA, or other passenger/commuter railroad agencies
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and communication skills

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation is not available for this position

AECOM 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.

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