Design Engineer/Designer, Power (11769)
Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
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Qualifications
- Several years of directly related experience in a multidisciplinary design environment.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P. Eng) or actively progressing towards licensure.
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles related to traction power.
Responsibilities
- Prepare conceptual and final traction power engineering designs.
- Conduct detailed analysis and design calculations.
- Review and approve technical drawings.
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CA$96,460.00/yr - CA$120,611.40/yr
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11769
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Engineering (20000108) - Electrical & Power Design (30000234)
Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: August 28, 2025
Last Day to Apply: September 10, 2025
Reports to: Chief Engineer - Electrical
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:
Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for a Design Engineer/Designer - Power to join our Engineering Team!
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, Electrical, you will be responsible for preparing conceptual and final traction power and substation engineering designs for transit related structures and facilities.
This involves the following:
- Develop traction power and substation system concepts that align with requirements defined by user groups and other engineering disciplines.
- Conduct detailed analysis and design calculations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, and the TTC Design Manual.
- Provide clear sketches and markups to guide Design Draftspersons in the preparation of technical drawings.
- Review and approve technical drawings prepared by internal staff or external consultants, ensuring accuracy and adherence to design standards.
- Support the development of standard drawings and perform field reviews and shop drawing evaluations as required.
- Represent the engineering section in development review meetings and cross-functional discussions.
- Review and sign off on contract documents to confirm readiness for bidding and construction phases.
- Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations to stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
As a TTC employee, you will be responsible for promoting a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will help to build an inclusive and accessible work and service environment for all employees and customers and ensure the needs of employees and customers are accommodated in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.
What Skills Do You Bring
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Apply analytical skills
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance
- Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
What Qualifications Do You Bring
- Completion of a university degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Several years of directly related experience in a multidisciplinary design environment, ideally within transit or infrastructure projects.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P. Eng) with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO), or actively progressing toward licensure with the ability to obtain a P. Eng within four years. Job title and compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Possession of a valid Class “G” Driver’s License for the Province of Ontario and access to a personal vehicle.
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles related to traction power and substation services.
- Proven experience in the design and construction of DC power distribution systems for major transit facilities, including Traction power substations, Carhouses, Storage yards or other structures of similar large-scale infrastructure.
- Design proficiency in equipment and systems such as: Transformers, AC/DC switchgear, Rectifier transformers, Emergency power systems, DC traction power, High-voltage AC substation equipment.
- Comprehensive understanding of relevant codes and standards, including Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Ontario Building Code, Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- Excellent technical judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate with advanced knowledge of software applications relevant to electrical engineering and design work.
What We Offer
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive benefits package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any info information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Seniority levelAssociate
- Employment typeFull-time
- IndustriesUrban Transit Services and Rail Transportation
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