Senior OCS Design Engineer

• Lead the detailed design and engineering of Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) ensuring compliance with project specifications, standards, and safety regulations.
• Oversee and mentor junior engineers and design team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring quality deliverables.
• Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, signaling, power supply) to ensure seamless integration of OCS within overall rail infrastructure.
• Review and approve technical documents, design calculations, and vendor submissions related to OCS equipment and materials.
• Conduct advanced technical assessments including load and tension analysis, structural evaluations, and system reliability studies.
• Manage design interfaces and resolve complex technical issues to prevent project delays or quality issues.
• Support procurement activities through evaluation of vendor proposals, technical clarifications, and contract management assistance.
• Lead support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases by providing expert engineering input and resolving on-site challenges.
• Ensure all design activities adhere to local and international railway standards, codes, and regulations.
• Participate in project progress reviews, risk assessments, and quality audits to maintain high standards of delivery and safety.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering discipline, such as: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the design of Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS), including preparation of preliminary, pre-final, and final design drawings and documentation for railway electrification projects.
• Experience in Japanese catenary design is highly desirable, reflecting the company's involvement in international projects and adherence to specific standards.
• Ability to analyze and review design and other submission documents prepared by CAD engineers and other engineers, ensuring technical integration of overhead contact line systems.
• Experience in participating in technical liaison meetings with customers, suppliers, and internal departments, facilitating effective communication and project coordination.
• Capability to provide on-the-job training to CAD engineers, junior engineers, and graduate engineers, fostering team development and cross-departmental knowledge sharing.

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