Sr Traction Power Designer

GFT is seeking a Principal Traction Power Designer to join our Traction Power Group This role follows an in office hybrid model at our Valley Forge, with regular attendance in our Valley Forge location.

Working with thepublic transit teamatGFT means shaping thefuture of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibilityfor millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, andzero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge withinnovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks.Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, andconnecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure.Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.

You will analyze proposed preliminary and final designs as well as existing traction power supply and distribution systems for a variety of clients and rail traction power technologies including state-of-the-art energy storage devices. Our client base includes commuter and intercity rail, rail mass transit (subway, elevated and other fixed urban guideway systems) and light rail owners and operators. We also provide design and construction management services to contractors for larger Design/Build projects. GFT provides complete engineering design and traction power system analysis of AC and DC traction power systems.

The Principal Traction Power Designer will work from drawings and specifications, technical reports, electrical schematics and performance specifications together with client and internal direction in accordance with our customers' needs. Work assignments may also entail the performance and/or planning and oversight of field instrumentation (data collection) in support of the diagnostic or validation phase of a project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop, revise, test and analyze computer-based traction power load flow and fault studies using simulation models based on specialized software and traditional techniques.
• Ensure that recommended system designs or improvements are effective and adhere to necessary federal, state, and local standards and laws, and comply with client specifications.
• Perform on-site instrumentation (data collection) when needed in coordination with client staffs.
• Help generate technical content for customer proposals as required.
• Coordinate and guide CADD technicians to produce CADD drawings as needed, and/or capable of preparing own CADD drawings.
• Follow QA/QC policies and procedures and identify possible quality and safety issues within the scope of the project.
• Review and seal design drawings, if licensed.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location:Valley Forge PA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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