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Parsons

Systems Lead - Rail and Transit

$176K - $332K/yr

... engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more ... Provide oversight and technical leadership for the delivery of complex rail and transit systems ...

Parsons Corporation

Systems Lead - Rail and Transit

$176K - $332K/yr

... engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more ... Provide oversight and technical leadership for the delivery of complex rail and transit systems ...

AVEVA Denmark

Power Systems Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Job Title Power System Engineer Job Location: Irvine, CA Job Type: Full-time / Hybrid Position Summary ETAP is seeking a Power System Engineer to expand our capabilities in the Data Exchange ...

Aveva

Power System Engineer

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

Power System Engineer\ Job Location: Irvine, CA Job type: Full-time / Hybrid Position Summary The ... railway systems. * Provide customer support and technical issue resolution via email and phone.

ETAP

Power System Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Power System Engineer/ Job Location: Irvine, CA Job type: Full-time / Hybrid Position Summary The ... railway systems. * Provide customer support and technical issue resolution via email and phone.

Lonestar

Power Systems Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

We are seeking an experienced and licensed Power System Studies Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of power systems analysis, electrical ...

Strobe Power

Power Systems Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

A power systems / electrical engineering background and fluency with one-lines, protection, and metering * Hands-on experience with interconnection (utility or ISO) and DER, storage, or generation ...

Parsons

Project Manager - Rail and Transit

Seattle, WA · On-site

$148K - $266K/yr

... Systems team in the US West Region. We are looking for a professional engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more than 50 rail and transit ...

Parsons

Project Manager - Rail and Transit

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$148K - $266K/yr

... Systems team in the US West Region. We are looking for a professional engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more than 50 rail and transit ...

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Systems Lead - Rail and Transit

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Parsons
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$176K - $332K/yr

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In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons has an exciting career opportunity for a Rail Systems Lead to lead and grow the Parsons' Systems team in the US East Region. We are looking for a professional engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more than 50 rail and transit projects currently underway across the United States, along with a robust pipeline of upcoming pursuits, you will have numerous opportunities to contribute to and lead the delivery of signature transportation projects throughout North America. There are opportunities throughout the Eastern United States where you would provide direction and management for large scale projects. You will drive the marketing and pursuit strategy, scope development, scope management and staffing of rail transit projects. We anticipate this Rail Systems Lead will be based out of our Boston, Massachusetts office.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

  • Lead and grow Parsons' Rail Systems teams across the Eastern United States, providing strategic leadership and technical direction for a multidisciplinary team of rail systems professionals.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with transit agencies, rail operators, contractors, technology providers, and industry partners.
  • Serve as a senior leader for major rail and transit pursuits, including development of winning strategies, proposal preparation, staffing plans, organizational structures, technical approaches, and project delivery strategies.
  • Manage the design, integration, and implementation of rail systems including train control, communications, traction power, overhead contact systems, SCADA, facilities systems, and related infrastructure on a large project or program valued over $500M in total installed cost.
  • Provide oversight and technical leadership for the delivery of complex rail and transit systems projects, ensuring successful execution of the rail systems scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client objectives.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams across multiple offices and geographic regions, coordinating engineering resources to efficiently deliver complex projects and programs.
  • Provide strategic direction and technical support for systems engineering, systems integration, requirements management, configuration management, systems assurance, safety certification, testing and commissioning activities across projects.
  • Foster collaboration between technical disciplines, operations, maintenance, construction, and client stakeholders to ensure successful integration of all project elements into a safe and reliable operating railway.
  • Mentor and develop emerging technical and project leaders, supporting succession planning and long-term growth of the Rail Systems practice.

WHAT REQUIRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (or related technical discipline)
  • Registered Professional Engineer
  • 15+ years of related work experience
  • 4+ years of experience in a managerial position
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary rail systems design and delivery teams on major transit and railway infrastructure programs.
  • Proven experience managing the design, integration, and delivery of one or more of the following rail systems:
  • Traction Power Systems
  • Signaling and Train Control Systems
  • Communications Systems, or other related disciplines.
  • Proven ability to work on project proposals to identify and integrate winning strategies
  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and successfully lead project teams in a collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions-and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $176,900.00 - $332,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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