Senior Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS) Engineer
WSPPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • New York, New York, United States • Newark, New Jersey, United States • Baltimore, Maryland, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted February 3, 2026
115800 - 205000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities and partnering with clients to help communities prosper.
Job Description
WSP is seeking a Senior Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS) Engineer to lead complex Northeast Corridor railroad projects. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in traction power and OCS systems, a bachelor's degree in engineering, and advanced written and interpersonal communication skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related discipline
- More than ten years of post-education experience in planning, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, cutover, project management, and construction management for traction power and OCS systems for Amtrak or other Northeast Corridor railroads
- Advanced written communication skills
- Highly effective interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation (or other personal time)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings