Vice President, Overhead Catenary Systems Specialist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Overhead Catenary Systems Specialist for any of our mutually agreed upon offices on the East Coast.

Be involved in projects with our Overhead Contact System Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

• Provide field support to OCS Construction and Installation Projects
• Ensure that company technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of projects;
• Develop design/construction approaches and concepts for projects including Power Distribution Design for Light Rail, Heavy Rail, Commuter Rail, and High Speed Rail, utilizing overhead contact or third rail systems;
• Prepare or review overhead contact system studies for AC and DC electrified railway systems;
• Develop or review designs and technical specifications, meeting quality standards;
• Develop or review construction cost estimates;
• Assist project managers in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines including attendance at project meetings;
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives as required;
• Participate in WSP’s quality process for all deliverables.
• Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 12+ years’ experience in OCS Construction and Installation of Railway Electrification Systems.
• Support and participate in the Systems implementation phase of projects, such as installation, Testing & Commissioning, Cutover, Record Drawings and final reports.
• Support procurement efforts by authoring technical requirements and specifications, performing vendor bid evaluations and supporting vendor selection.
• Commissioning of Traction Power Distribution Systems and Equipment, including experience with engineering design on at least three transit or commuter/intercity rail projects;
• Good written and verbal communications skills and understanding of the English language;
• Experience in a MicroStation and AutoCAD design environment for the development of Overhead Contact System design drawings;
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications;
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
   

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation
Expected Salary (all locations): $145,000 - $230,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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