Senior Traction Power Engineer

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Date: Sep 1, 2026
Location: Mississauga, ON, US
Company: Hatch
Requisition ID: 101692
Job Category: Infrastructure; Consulting; Engineering; Project Engineering; Project Management
Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change.

With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Metals-And-Minerals) ,energy (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Energy) , andinfrastructure (http://bit.ly/Hatch

Projects

Infrastructure) , our10,000 colleagues (http://bit.ly/3l3V1N3) in150 countries (https://bit.ly/2TTgBIl) tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate.

With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water.

Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructureteam (http://bit.ly/Hatch

Infrastructure) is for you!
Looking to take the next step in your career?
Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Traction Power Engineerto join our North American Infrastructure group in our Rail Systems team.

Location: Seattle, WA (Preferred)
We strongly prefer candidates who are able to relocate to Seattle.

However, we also encourage highly qualified candidates in the Toronto, ON area to apply.

In select cases, the successful candidate may initially be based in Hatch's Mississauga office while supporting Seattle-area projects and completing any required immigration or visa processes.

In this role the ideal candidate is a results-driven engineering professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.





Candidates must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

As a successful candidate, you will: Lead a group of junior electrical engineers to develop traction power design packages
Design traction power substations, feeder and equipment sizing, site plans, duct bank and conduit layouts, grounding systems, auxiliary power supply systems and control circuits
Coordinate with other engineers for systems integration and design
Perform load flow simulations and prepare reports
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 traction power projects
You bring to the role:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
15 to 25 years of experience with dc traction power systems design, including the design of 600 to 1500 Volt dc rail transit traction power substations, ac and dc switchgear, transformers, rectifiers, and controls
Working knowledge of NFPA 70 is required and thorough understanding of the National Electrical 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
Relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirements
The following skills/experience is a plus: Load flow simulation software
Knowledge of power systems analysis
Experience in factory testing,



field testing and commissioning of traction power equipment
Experience in protective relaying
Experience in medium voltage switchgear application-design and specification
Knowledge of railway overhead catenary/third rail distribution systems
Project management experience
Management experience
Why join us?
Work withgreat people (https://bit.ly/36124ja) to make a difference
Collaborate on excitingprojects (http://bit.ly/Hatch

Projects) to develop cutting-edge solutions
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What we offer you?
Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to.

At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

Base Compensation:$200,000 - $250,000 CAD(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).

This salary range applies to candidates based in Canada.

If the successful candidate relocates to Seattle, WA, compensation will be determined in accordance with the applicable U.S. salary structure and local market conditions.

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position
is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location.

In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

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📌 Senior Traction Power Engineer (Mississauga)
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