Job Description

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Are you ready to take on a career-defining challenge in metro system infrastructure? Parsons , a global leader in transportation and infrastructure engineering, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Power Distribution System Engineer to join our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for a high-profile design and build metro project . This role involves overseeing the design, implementation, and commissioning of the metro's power distribution systems , including traction power, auxiliary power, and interface with other critical systems. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in power distribution engineering , with a focus on railway/metro systems , and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex projects to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency.


As a senior professional in the PMC team, you will be responsible for managing contractors, ensuring compliance with international standards, and liaising with stakeholders to meet project goals.


Key Responsibilities
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Power Distribution Design and Implementation

• Review and validate the design of power distribution systems , including traction power supply (25 kV AC, 750 V DC, or as applicable), auxiliary power systems, and interface with station services.
• Ensure that designs meet the project's technical specifications, operational requirements, and international standards (e.g., EN 50122, IEEE 80, IEC 61936).
• Oversee the integration of power distribution systems with signaling, communication, and rolling stock systems.
• Provide technical guidance for the optimization of load flow, fault current analysis , and protection coordination studies.

Project Management and Supervision

• Manage and oversee contractors and vendors involved in the power distribution scope, ensuring timely delivery of design, installation, and testing phases.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
• Ensure compliance with safety, reliability, and quality standards during design, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate with construction teams to ensure alignment between power distribution requirements and civil works.

Testing and Commissioning

• Oversee factory acceptance testing (FAT) , site acceptance testing (SAT) , and system integration testing for power systems.
• Ensure that all power systems are tested and commissioned to meet project specifications and operational readiness criteria.
• Validate the performance of power systems under various operational scenarios, including normal, degraded, and emergency conditions.

Standards Compliance and Regulatory Approvals

• Ensure power distribution systems comply with relevant standards such as IEC, EN, IEEE , and local regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review technical documentation required for approvals from authorities such as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) or equivalent regulatory body.
• Address technical queries and issues raised by regulatory authorities and ensure timely resolution.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with design consultants, contractors, and client representatives to ensure alignment on technical and project objectives.
• Act as a technical liaison between the PMC team, contractors, and operational stakeholders.
• Provide technical support during client and stakeholder reviews, presenting progress updates and addressing queries.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.