Hybrid Senior Electrical Engineer – Power

at TYLin

• Job title: Senior Electrical Engineer – Power
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Philadelphia, United States

About the role

• Senior Power Engineer leading electrification projects and design for rail transit systems in New York. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex infrastructure solutions in transit environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate capital projects involving traction power and medium-voltage systems for major New York–area transit agencies.
• Prepare and oversee electrical design packages, ensuring compliance with client standards, MTA design criteria, and all applicable building and energy codes.
• Drive the design, construction, testing, and commissioning of medium-voltage power systems in complex transit environments, prioritizing safety, reliability, and system resiliency.
• Lead cutover planning and brownfield integration efforts, ensuring safe and seamless modifications to existing power infrastructure.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs for traction power equipment, setting performance targets and updating standards as systems evolve.
• Manage construction and professional services contracts, including scope definition, technical oversight, and coordination with consultants and contractors.
• Deliver high-quality electrification design and consulting services, including calculations, system studies, and technical specifications.
• Provide senior-level technical support for procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - Civil, Structural, Systems, Communications, Project Controls, and more, to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Lead cost estimating, work planning, scheduling, and forecasting for power engineering tasks.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior engineers, providing guidance that builds confidence, strengthens skills, and encourages professional growth.
• Model strong communication, thoughtful leadership, and a commitment to technical excellence across all project work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in electrification detailed design, construction, project management, or design consulting.
• PE license required.
• Direct experience working on Rail + Transit projects; MTA project experience is a significant advantage.
• Strong knowledge of medium-voltage design, traction power systems, load flow, and fault current analysis.
• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation; familiarity with Revit, AECOsim, Agi32, and SKM Power Tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of applicable local, state, and national electrical codes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical report and specification writing.
• Proven ability to lead by example, prioritize effectively, and guide teams toward on-time, high-quality project delivery.
• A collaborative, client-focused mindset and a commitment to innovation, integrity, and sustainable engineering practice.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Continuing education benefits
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions