Onsite Electrical Engineering Designer, Power (EIT)

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About the role

  • Power Engineering Designer (EIT) supporting electrical design packages for traction power systems. Joining TYLin's Rail + Transit team in New York to enhance electrification and traction power expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparing electrical design packages for traction power systems, following client standards, MTA criteria, and applicable codes
  • Perform system studies, including load flow and fault current analysis, under the guidance of senior engineers
  • Support the design, construction, testing, and commissioning of medium-voltage power systems in transit environments
  • Contribute to cutover planning and brownfield system modifications, ensuring safety and integration with existing infrastructure
  • Help develop preventative maintenance documentation for traction power equipment
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - Civil, Structural, Systems, Communications, and Project Controls - on integrated project deliverables
  • Prepare technical documentation, including reports, calculations, and design specifications
  • Learn and apply quality assurance and coordination processes to ensure accurate, complete project deliverables

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field)
  • 2–5 years of relevant experience in electrification, traction power, or electrical system design (Rail + Transit experience preferred, but not required)
  • EIT certification or working toward licensure
  • Basic knowledge of medium-voltage systems, traction power systems, load flow, and fault current analysis
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation; exposure to Revit, AECOsim, Agi32, or SKM Power Tools is a plus
  • Understanding of local, state, and national electrical codes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and develop technical expertise in rail transit engineering
  • Collaborative, client-focused mindset, with a willingness to take on new challenges and grow professionally

Benefits

  • extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage
  • continuing education benefits
  • paid time off
  • employee assistance program
  • retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Job title

Electrical Engineering Designer, Power (EIT)

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$65,000 - $110,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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