Senior Signaling Engineer, Rail & Transit

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Description

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking a Senior Signaling Engineer to join our Rail & Transit team. Reporting to the Manager, Rail Systems Engineering, the Senior Signals Engineer / Specialist will work collaboratively with a team of Chief Engineers and Specialists across rail systems disciplines (Systems Engineering, Signals, Electrification Systems, Data Communications, and Project Controls), Project Managers, Systems Engineers, Signals Engineers, Analysts, and Coordinators.

As a senior member of the Rail & Transit team, you will be given opportunities to use your transferable skills to define processes, create execution plans, mentor junior team members, and be the technical lead for multiple projects.

You will be supported by management to develop work plans and professional skills to become a strong leader in the consulting environment.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture with genuinely good people doing humbly important work.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here:

• Develop and analyze signal systems for transit and heavy rail in both Communications Based Train Control and traditional relay-based systems.
• Review and approve detailed calculations, drawings using AutoCAD or MicroStation, technical specifications, 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 in rail signalling.
• Perform detailed checks of signals and circuit designs by other signalling engineers within the team or from third-party sources.
• Plan and create signalling schemes compliant with industry standards and codes.
• Ensure all signalling design elements conform to applicable industry codes and standards and client specifications.
• Provide valuable leadership to junior staff and mentoring to develop their technical skills.
• Interact with clients to discuss technical topics in a clear and professional manner.
• Work with tight schedules, be flexible, control project budgets, and motivate junior staff.
• Monitor the progress of the team’s work and take corrective actions as required.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed with the Professional Engineers Ontario (or be eligible) or P.E. License for Engineer position OR Registered as an Engineer in Training with Professional Engineers of Ontario for the Specialist position.
• PMP certification will be considered an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Rail Systems Engineering or equivalent.

Job Info

• Job Identification 64355
• Locations 25 York St, Toronto, ON, M5J 2V5, CA
• Posting Date 12/20/2024, 02:23 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future-proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future-focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core value of WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy is expected at all times.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.