Principal Power Engineer, Rail + Transit Power

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

TYLin is seeking a Principal Power Engineer to lead the planning and design of high-profile Rail + Transit power systems in New York City. This is a senior-level leadership position, ideal for a licensed PE with deep expertise in transit traction power, power distribution, and related infrastructure systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering major capital programs for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and other regional transit agencies.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as technical lead and subject matter expert for traction power and electrical systems design, including substations, power distribution, and third rail systems.

• Oversee the development of conceptual and detailed designs, technical specifications, and contract documents.

• Ensure compliance with MTA standards, NFPA 130, NEC, IEEE, and other applicable codes and guidelines.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to project engineers and design teams.

• Collaborate with project managers, discipline leads, and clients to deliver high-quality, timely, and cost-effective solutions.

• Conduct site investigations, field assessments, and support commissioning and construction phases as needed.

• Engage with client stakeholders, including MTA C&D, NYCT, and LIRR, to define project requirements and align design strategies.

• Support business development by contributing to proposals, technical approach development, and client presentations.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in NY (or ability to obtain promptly).

• 15+ years of experience in the design and engineering of electrical systems for rail and transit infrastructure, with a focus on traction power and power distribution.

• In-depth knowledge of MTA and NYCT standards, procedures, and approval processes.

• Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects in urban environments.

• Strong technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.

• Familiarity with electrical system modeling tools (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP) and AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a team passionate about advancing transit infrastructure in one of the most complex and exciting transit markets in the world. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities to lead high-impact projects, and a platform for professional growth and innovation.

 

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $170,000 - $260,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.  

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

 

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

 

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.