Kshitij Saxena

About Kshitij Saxena

15+ yrs International work experience in Electrical Power Distribution Systems in Traction Substation and Depots. M.S. in Electrical Engineering. Developing / managing requirements for Medium Voltage Switchgear, Transformer, Rectifier, DC Switchgear, Trackside breakers & ground switches, Maintenance Area (Depot) and Auxiliary LV Power Systems equipment including Emergency trip stop system, relay panels. • Successfully leading urban transportation projects such as Metro Trains, Airport People Mover & Monorail in Canada, USA, EU & Dubai, with a solid foundation in Detailed Design, Operation, Control, Co-ordination, Installation & on site support, Testing & Commissioning, including system integration of several subsystems, interfaces and Power Distribution Systems & SCADA. • Advanced hands-on experience in several green field and brown-field project activities such as Cutover Plans, Asset Replacement, etc. Assisting site operations procure new systems and components under Maintenance overhauls.• Licenses - Professional Engineer (PE) in New York, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Texas, Louisiana, Washington, Illinois, California and Nevada, Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in British Columbia, International Professional Engineer (Int-PE) • PMP certified, Senior Member, 6+ publications• Specialties- EasyPower 9.6- ETAP- E3 / EPlan- MATLAB/Simulink- AutoCAD Electrical 2011 - EMTP- Unity Pro S- AutoCAD 2008/2014- Micro Station • Strengths- Electrical distribution & substation designing (Cable/Circuit Breaker)- interlock design - Project Management, Planning, Execution, Controlling- Development of Electrical Schematics and controls- Power Flow, Voltage drop calculation, Harmonic, Arc Flash Analysis - SCADA network design and PLC programming- UPS Design and Loads Analysis- DC and AC system Short Circuit Analysis- Electrical installation drawings (Cable Trays and Ducts)- Preparation of Tender documents & Bids including detailed specifications of all types of electrical work - Formulate and present technical data to internal teams and external customers

Experience

1. Systems Design Manager Traction Power Leader

   AECOM

   Jul 2023 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Kshitij is leading design and specification development of the following specialties along mainline and yard: Traction Power Systems, Grounding, Power flow and Train simulation analyses, SCADA, Wayside Signage and overall Systems Integration. • Kshitij coordinates and manages interfaces with other disciplines such as Communications, Trackwork, Cab Signaling/Train Control, Vehicle and Wayside equipment, Overhead Catenary system, Auxiliary Power Supply and Distribution System, Tunnel Constructability, and Fire Ventilation. • As EoR on several transit/rail projects, Kshitij is overseeing the preparation of detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, RFIs, interface control documents, interface register, procurement documents, design and installation packages, proposal evaluations, technical reports, cost estimates, detailed analyses, design justifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes. • Kshitij ensures all design elements are compliant with the relevant Rail Operation Rules, all applicable industry codes and standards, and client expectations. • Kshitij provides valuable leadership to mid-career staff and mentoring to develop their technical skills. • Kshitij interacts with clients to discuss technical topics in a clear and professional manner. • Kshitij facilitates resolution of customer expectations versus technical issues. He works with tight schedules, • Kshitij is responsible for hiring and LA Transit and Rail team expansion, controls project budgets, and motivates project team. • Kshitij plans and executes project work, based on an understanding of the project scope, schedule, and budget.

Education

• Vellore Institute of Technology

  B.Tech, Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  2004 — 2008

• St. John's Senior Secondary School Kota

  Standard 11 PCM, CBSE

  2002 — 2003

• University of Southern California

  M.S., Electrical Engineering

  2008 — 2010

• The Daly College, Indore

  Standard 5 & 6, CBSE

  1995 — 1997

• Campion School

  All India Senior School Certificate

  1991 — 2004