William Smith
director of traction power
William is a dedicated and ambitious in the field of Traction Power with experience working on the TransPennine Route Upgrade specializing in Electrification and Plant including HV Traction Supplies, Electrical Distribution, Signal Power Supplies and Network Systems. He facilitates the seamless integration of electrification deliverables with signaling systems, track infrastructure changes, telecoms, and traction power. His background includes leading a team of six multidisciplinary engineers, including two apprentices to provide traction power and rail systems engineering.
With a robust work ethic, extensive expertise in rail and electrification, and exceptional communication skills, he is poised to thrive in any demanding professional setting. His experience working with Network Rail and Siemens on multi-million-pound projects has honed his abilities to oversee the implementation of rail systems effectively.
William is passionate about driving innovation in the rail industry, particularly in the realm of introducing Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to enhance project efficiency and sustainability.