OCS Engineer managing the Overhead Contact System from design to construction for major rail projects. Ensuring functional systems and effective collaboration with contractors and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Manage the OCS to ensure that there are no scope gaps and the systems are functional and acceptable to the customer
Ensure that accurate and complete scopes of work are provided to OCS subcontractors as it pertains to the work being performed by LKCNT
On design-build projects, ensure that design development stays within the confines of how the project was bid such that any unnecessary scope creep is avoided
Ensure that all OCS design work is scheduled and executed timely to meet the Project’s needs
Manage the OCS subcontract(s) including review and approval of all billings and change proposals
Support the Construction Managers in the development of installation plans and provide comments as to adherence to project requirements including the development of Structural
Create Erection/Shop Drawings (SEDs) in CADD format
Provide oversight to completion of the project’s pre & post OCS CDRL requirements including product data, design, test procedures, test reports, O&M Manuals & Training Material submittals
Manage all required close out documentation that is required to be submitted and approved to achieve final acceptance
Coordinate the OCS design, procurement, installation and testing requirements and compliance to the needs of the Contract QA/QC plans in concert with the Project QA/QC manager
Oversee OCS and provide dynamic input as required to the project schedule and weekly look ahead schedules
Ensure the procurement of all OCS and Traction Power equipment is commenced and delivered in strict accordance with the agreed schedule
Manage the testing and commissioning of the OCS and Traction Power systems and provide support to the agency’s integrated systems testing as required
Ensure that an effective business relationship is established and maintained with the Owner and/or Prime Contractor and all Subcontractors and Suppliers
Maintain effective Discipline and good staff morale
Requirements
Minimum five (5) to ten (10) years’ experience in a similar role on major rail Projects
Preferably an Electrical PE with a good knowledge of current code and standards requirements for electrical work
Thorough knowledge of OCS typically used on transit systems
Experience and knowledge of Signal / Train Control Systems
Experience with base Microsoft Office Programs
Experience with CADD
Ability to meet deadlines
Good written and oral communication skills
Highly self-motivated and directed
Strong attention to detail
Transparent communicator
Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
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