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HNTB Project Engineer –Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What We're Looking For
The time is right to join HNTB! We are seeking someone that can provide coordination of project execution and control, in Overhead Contact Systems, to achieve continuity of purpose within scope, budget, and time schedules from initial start-up through project closeout. Also accountable for handling specific design aspects on projects appropriate to discipline field. Coordinates efforts of assigned design team to ensure completeness and accuracy of design effort. Serves as technical liaison with client on project efforts. Responsible for gross revenue of <$1M.
Additional Responsibilities:
Responsible for the preparation or modification of reports, plans, calculations, specifications and estimates of OCS projects.
Participates in the collection and analysis of data.
Performs design calculations and conducts investigative analyses toward completion of assigned design tasks, and directs preparation of design specifications.
Performs quality checks of reports, plans, calculations, specifications and estimates of OCS projects.
Organizes scheduling of specific tasks and assignments.
Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
Supports and directs OCS engineering and design/drafting staff
Preparation of OCS structure and wiring layout plans
Prepare assembly and component drawings
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
6 years of OCS design or construction experience
Professional Engineer Certification
Experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation
Experience with STAAD Pro.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience working on OCS projects for heavy rail, commuter, light, or streetcar systems including:
Ability to design on screen in production of CAD drawings
Experience in development of OCS construction specifications
OCS construction cost estimating
Analytical knowledge of OCS profile design and calculations
Perform structural design calculations
Understanding of OCS construction phasing and staging
Structural steel analysis and design capability
Reinforced concrete foundation design experience
Experience with OCS field construction and techniques
Experience with relevant code requirements for overhead contact system design
Knowledge of industry standards associated with railway design and operation
Knowledge of the interface with and characteristics of Traction Power Systems
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What You'll Need
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsible for the delivery of project discipline scope elements within budget and schedule.
Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work. Guides team to overall project objectives.
Serves as technical liaison with client at staff level for work within the discipline.
Assists with project management duties.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
6 years relevant experience
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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About Us
For more than a century, HNTB has helped deliver infrastructure solutions that best meet the unique needs of our clients. With client relationships spanning decades, we understand infrastructure life cycles and have the perspective to solve technical challenges with clarity and imagination. We are far more than a design firm. We see and help address far-reaching issues of financing, legislation, design, construction, community outreach and ongoing operations. As employee-owners committed to the highest levels of performance, we enable clients to achieve their goals and inspiring visions.
Just like we are committed to delivering for our clients, HNTB is also committed to delivering for you by offering benefits to protect the health of you and your family, help you balance family and career, and build your savings for retirement. Learn more by visiting HNTB Total Rewards.
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HNTB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).
Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions.
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