Senior Traction Power Engineer/TPS Lead - High-Speed Rail

Miejsce pracy Warszawa/Wrocław
Region mazowieckie; dolnośląskie
Opis oferty

IDOM is seeking a senior traction power specialist to lead the design, integration and delivery of 2x25 kV AC traction power systems for CAHSR.

The role requires a hands-on technical leader responsible for the full lifecycle—from design development to commissioning—acting as IDOM’s technical authority for traction power and OCS, and coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, signalling and system teams.

The position will involve full or partial relocation to Sacramento, with strong on-site presence during design finalisation, installation and commissioning phases. 

Zakres obowiązków
  • Lead design and integration of 2x25 kV AC traction power systems for high-speed rail
  • Oversee TPSS, autotransformer stations, grid connections and system studies (load flow, protection, earthing & bonding)
  • Manage interfaces with OCS, signalling, SCADA, civil and rolling stock systems
  • Ensure compliance with EN/TSI standards and adaptation to US/FRA requirements
  • Lead technical reviews, assurance and validation of design deliverables
  • Coordinate with client, contractors, OEMs and utilities
  • Support construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities on site
  • Manage technical risks and ensure system performance and safety
  • Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams
Poszukiwane kompetencje

Education & Professional Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng minimum, MSc preferred)
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng or equivalent) required
  • Membership of recognised professional body (e.g. IET, IEEE)
  • Demonstrated continuous professional development in railway electrification

Experience (Critical)

  • Minimum 12–15+ years’ experience in traction power systems
  • Proven delivery of high-speed rail electrification in Europe (>250 km/h)
  • Direct experience in 2x25 kV AC systems (design, integration and commissioning)
  • Experience across the full lifecycle:
  • Concept and preliminary design
  • Detailed design
  • Construction support
  • Testing & commissioning
  • Participation in large-scale HSR projects (>100 km) with multidisciplinary interfaces

Technical Competencies

  • Traction power system design (TPSS, AT stations, HV/MV networks)
  • Load flow, protection, earthing & bonding studies
  • Grid integration and utility coordination
  • Integration with OCS, SCADA, signalling (preferably ETCS L2)
  • Strong knowledge of:
  • ENE TSI and EN standards (50119, 50122, 50388, etc.)
  • System assurance, RAMS and V&V processes

Professional Skills

  • Strong leadership and team coordination capability
  • Proven stakeholder management (clients, contractors, OEMs)
  • Experience in international/JV environments
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Ability to operate as technical authority in complex programmes

Mobility / Deployment

  • Willingness to be based in Sacramento (full or partial time)
  • Availability for extended site presence during key project phases
  • Ability to work across US and European teams 
Oferujemy
  • Attractive salary (appropriate to the level of skills and experience)
  • Work in a dynamically developing project team operating in various areas
  • High organizational culture, friendly atmosphere, and mutual support
  • Opportunities for professional development and gaining work experience
Data ostatniej modyfikacji czwartek, 28 maja 2026