Traction Power Consultant

Summary: The Traction Power Consultant will support the design and development of DC traction power systems for the West Yorkshire Mass Transit project, which is a significant infrastructure initiative. This role requires extensive expertise in UK light rail traction power systems and involves both technical and client-facing responsibilities. The consultant will be integral to the design, review, and delivery of traction power systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The position is contract-based until December 31, 2025, and classified as inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and reviewing traction power technical reports, feasibility studies, and option selection reports.
• Contributing to, supervising, and reviewing power system modelling using ETAP and/or TRAIN+MCE (Mott MacDonald’s multi-train simulator).
• Supporting and/or leading the outline and detailed design of AC and DC electrification schemes, including distribution and contact systems (electrical track equipment).
• Overseeing earthing & bonding and protection studies.
• Providing multi-disciplinary input across associated systems including Civils/Structures, SCADA, LV Power, Signalling, Signalling Power, and System Assurance.
• Interfacing with clients through presentations, technical meetings, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in traction power system design, particularly for UK light rail systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of DC and AC electrification design principles.
• Hands-on experience with power system modelling tools (ETAP, TRAIN+MCE).
• Familiarity with protection systems, earthing & bonding standards, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience in client-facing roles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative project team.

Salary (Rate): £85.00 Hourly

City: Altrincham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Traction Power Consultant West Yorkshire Mass Transit Project
Location: West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced Traction Power Consultant to support the design and development of DC traction power systems on the West Yorkshire Mass Transit project. This is a high-impact infrastructure scheme requiring in-depth expertise in UK light rail traction power systems.

Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will play a central role in the design, review, and delivery of traction power systems, with duties including:

• Preparing and reviewing traction power technical reports, feasibility studies, and option selection reports.

• Contributing to, supervising, and reviewing power system modelling using ETAP and/or TRAIN+MCE (Mott MacDonald s multi-train simulator).

• Supporting and/or leading the outline and detailed design of AC and DC electrification schemes, including distribution and contact systems (electrical track equipment).

• Overseeing earthing & bonding and protection studies.

• Providing multi-disciplinary input across associated systems including Civils/Structures, SCADA, LV Power, Signalling, Signalling Power, and System Assurance.

• Interfacing with clients through presentations, technical meetings, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in traction power system design, particularly for UK light rail systems.

• Strong technical knowledge of DC and AC electrification design principles.

• Hands-on experience with power system modelling tools (ETAP, TRAIN+MCE).

• Familiarity with protection systems, earthing & bonding standards, and interdisciplinary coordination.

• Excellent communication skills, with experience in client-facing roles.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative project team.