Rolling Stock Electrical Services Senior/Principal Consultant

Overview

We are seeking a Rolling Stock Electrical Services Senior/Principal Consultant to join our team in Los Angeles, CA to provide high quality rolling stock consultancy services to clients primarily in the field of electrical systems, such as vehicle control circuits, propulsion and traction control, auxiliary power/battery, EMI/EMC, software, lighting, high voltage collection and distribution, communication systems, monitoring & diagnostics, and/or other rail vehicle electrical systems across a variety of vehicle types, including commuter rail, streetcars, light rail, locomotives, and metro vehicles. Knowledge and expertise in a secondary discipline or knowledge base, such as mechanical engineering, Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS) or testing, is desired. Provide guidance and expertise regarding standards, regulations, analysis, and engineering. May be required to support others within the AtkinsRalis Rail & Transit group, including compilation of bids and marketing the services of the AtkinsRalis Rail & Transit group.

Ideally the candidate will be based out of our Los Angeles, CA office or based in a major U.S. city that has rail transit.

Your role

• Provide regular, in-depth vehicle electrical system expertise, both written and verbal, to internal and external customers. These systems may include propulsion/traction control, auxiliary power/battery, lighting, communications, and EMI/EMC.
• Participate in specification reviews, design reviews, first article inspections, and tests of the rail vehicle components or systems in either a lead role and in a support role.
• Provide quality feedback and reports to the client, AtkinsRalis project team, and the vehicle builders based on the specification, designs, regulations, and personal experience.
• Manage all aspects of assignments that are undertaken for a client, which may include estimating, tendering, planning, execution, and delivery.
• Ensure that work is completed within deadlines, to budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
• Ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with AtkinsRalis Rail & Transit's procedures and corporate requirements, including the Quality Management System, Safety Management System and Ethics/Compliance.
• Maintain professional expertise by participating in an approved Continuing Professional Development program, such as pursuing or maintaining a professional engineering license.
• Assist the Department Manager, Electrical Services and Director, Rolling Stock Systems in realizing Group and Regional objectives.
• Support the development of strategies to grow AtkinsRalis Rail & Transit92s rolling stock electrical services product line.
• Domestic and/or international travel will range from 0% to 50% on a month-to-month basis.
• Ensure that each assignment or project is undertaken by individuals or by teams having appropriate levels of qualifications, professional expertise, and experience.
• Ensure that the roles and responsibilities of team members on each assignment or project are defined and understood.
• Ensure submitted work is checked to ensure compliance to internal quality standards and the client92s expectations.
• Ensure at least a general understanding of project tasks managed at a project engineer level, which may include topics that cover mechanical engineering, structural engineering, operations and maintenance, reliability, quality, and safety.

About you

• Degree in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years of experience in the rail industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional Engineering licensure is desirable. A generalist background (experience with all vehicle systems) and/or experience with multiple vehicle types are a plus.
• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• English written and verbal language skills required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in a language additional to English is advantageous.
• May be required to visit client offices, railway workshops/depots on occasion and must comply with local procedures and safety arrangements.

Rewards & benefits

AtkinsRalis, our values92Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence92are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.