Systems Manager - Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS)

Power Systems

Landover, Maryland

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Commissioning, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Cost Control, Documentation, Documentation Review, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Material Take Off, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Close-Out, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Testing, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Landover, Maryland
POSTED
8 days ago

We’re currently looking for a talented Systems Manager - OCS  to join our Central Engineering team. This role drives the corporate adoption of engineering principles throughout the construction lifecycle.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Works directly with project, field, and prefabrication management teams 

  • Performs site surveys, inclusive of all phases of the project.

  • Provides accurate material takeoff for entirety of project.

  • Reviews manufacturer submittal data for conformance to project specifications

  • Composes technical RFIs for submission and coordination to the Engineer-of-Record

  • Performs structural analysis as it relates to pole loading and deflection.

  • Completes final design of OCS structures including Cantilevers, Headspans, Downguys, balance weights and conductor rail.

  • Coordinates internal designs with prefabrication staff. 

  • Reviews designed and constructed elements with field installation. 

  • Resolves field installation issues, through on-site visits, while documenting findings.

  • Notifies project management staff of cost-incurring elements to project team.

  • Meet weekly with project staff, providing updates to scope status, percent complete, action items, and integration with others

  • Works with Engineering manager for strategy on multiple different projects

  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

  • Provide project closeout deliverables, includes Structural Erection Diagrams.

  • Performs engineering labor estimates for pursuits.

Skills

  • Experience in planning, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, cutover, project management, and construction management for traction power and OCS systems

  • Experience in providing review of documents and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity

  • Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills to help move toward the most effective, economical, and logical technical solution

  • Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs

  • Team Leader, with willingness to train and develop junior engineers

  • CAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel

  • Requires minimal training on software 

  • Requires minimal QA/QC for any work being submitted

  • Knowledge of AREMA, IEEE and NESC standards

  • Can read project specifications

  • Can read blueprints.

Requirements

  • 5-15 years in OCS construction, design, or operations.

  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment with others

  • Strong work ethic and a cooperative attitude

  • Self-Motivated and team player

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil. Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (CA, MD, WA, TX, preferred)

About the Company

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Power Systems