Project Manager, Traction Power

Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

We are looking for a Project Manager, Traction Power in our Sacramento, CA office.

This role is responsible for managing electrical systems throughout the project lifecycle, from design and procurement through construction, testing, commissioning, energization, and operational handover.

The ideal candidate will combine strong project management expertise with technical knowledge of power systems, substations, medium-voltage distribution, utility coordination, and complex infrastructure delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of traction power, medium voltage, and auxiliary power systems through design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, energization, and operational handover.; Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risk, change management activities, and stakeholder engagement for electrical infrastructure work packages.; Coordinate interfaces between power systems, utilities, SCADA, communications, signaling, facilities, operations, and other project disciplines.; Manage utilities, contractors, suppliers, consultants, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project execution.; Oversee the integration and delivery of substations, utility interconnections, medium-voltage distribution systems, power monitoring, protection systems, and related electrical infrastructure.; Support permitting, utility coordination, regulatory approvals, energization readiness, and compliance activities required for system implementation and operation.; Lead construction oversight, testing, commissioning, defect resolution, operational readiness, and final system acceptance activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.; 10+ years of experience delivering power systems, electrical infrastructure, utility, medium-voltage, transportation, or industrial projects.; 10+ years of project management experience leading complex infrastructure, utility, energy, or transportation programs.; Proven experience managing electrical systems through design, construction, testing, commissioning, energization, and operational acceptance.; Experience with substations, medium-voltage distribution systems, utility interconnections, protective relays, SCADA systems, power monitoring systems, or related electrical infrastructure.; Strong understanding of power system integration, utility coordination, construction delivery, and multidisciplinary project execution.; Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, utilities, suppliers, budgets, schedules, permitting requirements, and stakeholder coordination on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Meaningful Projects – Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.; Global Expertise, Local Impact – Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.; Career Growth – Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.; A Culture of Collaboration – Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success.; Opportunity to Grow with Us – Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business.; Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan with company match; Paid time off and flexible holiday program; Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow; Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave; Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses; Paid family leave; Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being; Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Employee discount programs