Job OverviewJoining Arup’s purpose, shared values, and team-oriented approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. This role is responsible for the planning, design, analysis, integration, and technical assurance of rail traction power supply and distribution systems (AC and DC) for metro, light rail, commuter rail, and electrified mainline rail projects. The engineer translates operational requirements and client standards into safe, reliable, maintainable, and cost‑effective traction power solutions, coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams through concept, preliminary, detailed design, construction support, testing, and commissioning.ResponsibilitiesDevelop traction power supply and distribution concepts and basis‑of‑design documents (system voltage, feeding philosophy, substation spacing, redundancy, return circuit, negative bonding, and operational switching).Perform and/or review power system studies: traction load flow, voltage drop, short‑circuit and ground‑fault analysis, power quality/harmonics, power factor, and protection coordination/selectivity.Design traction power substations, paralleling/switching stations, sectioning and paralleling arrangements, feeder cables, return/negative circuits, and associated interfaces to utility supply.Develop earthing/grounding, bonding, and stray current control designs; carry out step‑and‑touch potential calculations and soil resistivity interpretation; coordinate mitigation measures with civil/track/structures.Produce deliverables including single‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, equipment layouts, routing plans, bills of materials/quantities, and technical specifications.Define functional requirements for remote power control and traction power SCADA (RTUs/PLCs, I/O lists, communications, alarm philosophy); support factory/site acceptance testing and commissioning.Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces (OCS/third rail, track, signalling, telecom, stations,



structures, fire/life safety, and systems integration) and resolve technical conflicts and constructability issues.Provide technical assurance: independent checking of calculations and drawings, compliance with client/authority standards and applicable codes, and participation in design reviews and hazard/risk workshops.Support construction through responses to RFIs, review of shop drawings, site inspections, punchlisting, and as‑built documentation; investigate fieldissues and propose corrective actions.Contribute to proposals and bids: scope definition, assumptions/constraints, programme inputs, risk/opportunity identification, and technical writing.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent); Master’s degree is an asset.Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) eligibility/registration (as applicable to jurisdiction).5+ years (intermediate) or 8–12+ years (senior) of experience delivering traction power supply & distribution designs across project phases.Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (e.G., Canadian Electrical Code and local utility interconnection requirements).All applicants must apply directly via the job portal.Benefits and CompensationToronto base salary range: $140,000 to $160,000 per year (commensurate with experience, education, and skill level).Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.A comprehensive benefits program supporting health, well‑being, and learning opportunities.Flexible working arrangements and inclusive workplace culture.Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment.EEO & Diversity StatementArup is an equal‑opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Traction Power Supply - C$140,000 - C$160,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Arup
📍 Winnipeg