OCS Design Engineer
Hatch Ltd., Dallas, TX, United States
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Date: Sep 8, 2025
Company: Hatch
Requisition ID: 92926
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. Hatch has more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure. Our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries work toward bettering the industries we operate in with practical, safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. We think globally while acting locally and welcome you to apply if you are part of a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional.
Our infrastructure expertise includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. If you want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities, this is the team for you.
Responsibilities Design OCS layout, wire tensions, foundations, poles/columns/structures for light rail, commuter rail and streetcar with pantograph as well as streetcar and electrified buses with trolley poles.
Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design.
Develop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates.
Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors.
Provide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients.
Management of OCS projects.
Qualifications A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; relevant experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
5 to 15 years of experience with DC OCS systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 volt DC rail as well as 12 to 25 kilovolt AC.
Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NEC) and local codes.
Professional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage.
Experience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable.
Additional skills Tension and pole/foundation load calculations
AutoCAD or MicroStation experience
Experience with structural engineering analysis software like STAAD and RISA is a plus
Experience in field testing of OCS systems
Knowledge of railway traction power systems
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
Don\'t meet every single requirement? You don\'t need to. Hatch is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you\'re interested in this role, apply even if your past experiences don\'t perfectly align with the listed skills.
We\'re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have accommodation requirements, please let us know. We\'ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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Date: Sep 8, 2025
Company: Hatch
Requisition ID: 92926
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. Hatch has more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure. Our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries work toward bettering the industries we operate in with practical, safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. We think globally while acting locally and welcome you to apply if you are part of a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional.
Our infrastructure expertise includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. If you want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities, this is the team for you.
Responsibilities Design OCS layout, wire tensions, foundations, poles/columns/structures for light rail, commuter rail and streetcar with pantograph as well as streetcar and electrified buses with trolley poles.
Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design.
Develop documents including specifications, drawings and cost estimates.
Review project submittals and requests for information from contractors.
Provide installation, testing and commissioning support to clients.
Management of OCS projects.
Qualifications A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; relevant experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
5 to 15 years of experience with DC OCS systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 volt DC rail as well as 12 to 25 kilovolt AC.
Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NEC) and local codes.
Professional engineer’s license or engineer-in-training certificate is an advantage.
Experience with the North American transit/transportation industry is highly desirable.
Additional skills Tension and pole/foundation load calculations
AutoCAD or MicroStation experience
Experience with structural engineering analysis software like STAAD and RISA is a plus
Experience in field testing of OCS systems
Knowledge of railway traction power systems
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
Don\'t meet every single requirement? You don\'t need to. Hatch is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you\'re interested in this role, apply even if your past experiences don\'t perfectly align with the listed skills.
We\'re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have accommodation requirements, please let us know. We\'ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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