WSP

3 days ago

Signalling Engineer, Rail & Transit

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Job Summary

Develop and analyze rail signaling systems for commuter rail, light rail, and heavy rail, including CBTC and traditional relay-based designs. Prepare detailed calculations, drawings (AutoCAD/MicroStation), technical specifications, and procurement/construction documentation. Perform engineering checks, ensure compliance with industry codes and rail operation rules, and support client discussions. Coordinate work within tight schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior team members.

Location: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Data Science & Machine Learning

Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

•Develop and analyze rail signaling systems for transit and heavy rail using CBTC and traditional relay-based systems, including braking calculations, control tables, schematics, and phasing plans
•Produce detailed calculations, drawings, and rail signaling design documentation for procurement and construction purposes
•Conduct detailed checks of signals and circuit designs within the team or via third-party sources through clients
•Create and validate signaling schemes compliant with industry standards, client specifications, and relevant Rail Operation Rules
•Interact with clients on technical topics, manage schedules and budgets, and motivate/mentor junior staff

Pay and Benefits

Salary: CAD 89,200 - 130,800 annually

Key Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
•Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligibility to apply
•Minimum 5 years of railway signaling experience in both CBTC and traditional relay-based systems
•Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
•Working knowledge of CROR, AREMA, and Transport Canada GCR/GCS requirements

Experience:5+ yearsRailway signaling

Education:Bachelor's

Skills:MentoringCommunicationPresentationReport writingCollaboration

Certifications:P.Eng.

Tech Stack:AutoCADMicroStationWordExcelPowerPointOutlookCRORAREMATransport Canada GCRTransport Canada GCSCBTCPTCCENELECMIL-STDXP4ElectroLogIXSSATSVital-Sim

Company Brief

WSP

Global professional services firm providing engineering, consulting, and technical services across infrastructure, environment, buildings, transportation, and energy sectors for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.

Industry: Professional Services

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Revenue: USD 1B+

Growth: Public Company

Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)

Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed

Headquarters: Montreal, Canada

Founded: 1959

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