Electrical (Power) Engineer

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 Power Engineer to join our Rail + Transit team in New York. This role is ideal for engineers with 5+ years of experience who are passionate about traction power systems and want to deepen their expertise in rail transit projects, including work for the MTA and other New York-area transit agencies.
In this position, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and delivery of electrification projects, work closely with senior engineers, and gain exposure to complex transit infrastructure systems. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical skills while supporting multidisciplinary project teams in delivering high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Why Join Us?

• Hands-On Project Experience
Work on exciting, high-profile transit projects in New York City, contributing directly to the design, construction, and modernization of traction power systems.

• Skill Development
Learn from senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams while building expertise in electrification design, system studies, and project delivery.

• Collaborative Team Environment
Join a team that values knowledge-sharing, teamwork, and a supportive culture where your contributions are recognized and valued.

• Career Growth Opportunities
Gain exposure to complex projects and advance your career through professional development, training, and progressive responsibilities in the Rail + Transit practice.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and review electrical design packages for traction power systems, ensuring compliance with client standards, MTA criteria, and applicable codes.

• Perform load flow, fault current, and system studies for medium-voltage power systems.

• Support the design, construction, testing, and commissioning of power systems within transit environments.

• Assist with cutover planning and brownfield system modifications, ensuring safe integration of new and existing infrastructure.

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance documentation for traction power equipment.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—Civil, Structural, Systems, Communications, and Project Controls—to support integrated project delivery.

• Contribute to cost estimates, project schedules, and technical documentation, including reports and specifications.

• Support senior engineers in design coordination and quality assurance tasks.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in electrification detailed design, construction, or consulting for rail or transit projects.

• Knowledge of medium-voltage power systems, traction power systems, load flow, and fault current analysis.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation; Revit, AECOsim, Agi32, and SKM Power Tools preferred.

• Understanding of local, state, and national electrical codes.

• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and motivated to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

• Collaborative, client-focused mindset, committed to learning and professional growth.

 

Additional Information

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.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

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.