Senior Electrical Engineer
ty lin internationalAlexandria, VA
$120,000 per yearAPPLY NOW
Senior Electrical Engineer
ty lin internationalAlexandria, VA
yesterday
Industries
Engineering ServicesOther Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionOther Scientific and Technical Consulting Services$120,000 per year
APPLY NOWAbout the role
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary:
TYLin is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer with expertise in traction power and transportation electrical systems to support the planning, design, and delivery of complex infrastructure projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. Our Transportation practice delivers innovative solutions for highways, bridges, tunnels, airports, passenger rail, freight rail, and public transit systems. We are looking for an experienced electrical engineer who can provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects while helping clients modernize and expand critical transportation infrastructure.
Responsibilities & QualificationsWhat You’ll DoTechnical Leadership & Design
Lead the design and delivery of transportation electrical systems for infrastructure projects across multiple market sectors.
Design and oversee electrical infrastructure including: Traction power substations (TPSS)
Medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
Utility service and interconnections
Rectifier and transformer systems
Switchgear and protective relaying
Grounding and bonding systems
Backup power systems
Electrical infrastructure supporting transportation facilities, stations, maintenance facilities, tunnels, and related assetsPerform or oversee power system analyses including: Load flow
Short-circuit
Voltage drop
Protective device coordination
Arc flash studiesDevelop technical specifications, calculations, reports, and construction documents.
Conduct design reviews and maintain quality assurance and quality control standards.
Project Delivery
Serve as Engineer of Record, where applicable.
Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, roadway, bridge, rail, systems, and utility disciplines.
Interface with utility providers, public agencies, and project stakeholders.
Support construction through RFIs, submittal reviews, field inspections, and technical issue resolution.
Client Development & Leadership
Support technical proposals and project pursuits across TYLin’s Transportation practice.
Participate in client meetings and presentations.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical growth of the electrical engineering team.
Help strengthen TYLin’s transportation infrastructure practice throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
What You’ll BringBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
Professional Engineer (PE) license (DC, MD, or VA preferred, or ability to obtain reciprocity).
10+ years of progressive experience designing electrical systems for transportation or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
Experience with one or more of the following: Transportation electrification
Traction power systems
Utility power distribution
Transportation facilities
Passenger rail or transit systems
Highway or tunnel electrical systems
Airport electrical infrastructureStrong knowledge of: Medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems
Protective relaying and coordination
Grounding and bonding
NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standardsExperience using ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar power system modeling software is preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What We’re Looking For:
A technically accomplished electrical engineer who can provide leadership across complex transportation infrastructure projects. A collaborative professional who enjoys mentoring teams and working across multiple engineering disciplines. Someone who understands the delivery of large public infrastructure programs and can effectively engage with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders. A professional excited to help grow TYLin’s Transportation practice across the Mid-Atlantic.
Why TYLin? TYLin is a globally recognized infrastructure consulting firm delivering innovative solutions for transportation, infrastructure, and urban development projects around the world. Our multidisciplinary teams partner with clients to improve mobility, safety, sustainability, and resilience through technically sophisticated engineering solutions. This is an opportunity to work on some of the Mid-Atlantic's most significant transportation infrastructure programs while contributing to projects that connect communities and support long-term economic growth.
LocationHybrid flexibility; candidates should be based in or willing to support projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Additional Information:
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of$120,000- $170,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage.
Continuing education benefits.
Paid time off.
Employee assistance program.
A retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
About the Company:
The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements. Our Global Infrastructure team, including TYLin, Introba, Landrum & Brown form the Infrastructure division of Sidara. Sidara is a leading, privately-owned professional services group with a diverse history and a global presence. Sidara world-class planning, design, engineering, and project management firms are dedicated to achieving our clients’ ambitions and supporting sustainable communities worldwide. The Global Infrastructure division is comprised of 5,000 people operating in 21 countries.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$120,000 per year
Experience level
Senior
Location
Alexandria, VA
Occupation
Electrical Engineers
Industry
Engineering Services
Posted
yesterday
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