Designer, Track

City of Toronto; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work approach

Defined pension plan

Health, dental, vision

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) seeks an emerging-track designer to provide engineering support for track design concepts and analysis of technical data. You will develop design information for subway track projects and ensure compliance with TTC standards.

You will analyze data, prepare drawings, specifications and cost estimates, and support tendering, material procurement, inspections and capital improvement programs. Hybrid work is offered in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong project management to handle investigations with plans and specs.
• Computer literacy with scheduling and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of permanent way design, track maintenance and subway practices is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD and surveying techniques is advantageous.
• Good judgement, math, and technical report writing skills.
• Knowledge of OHRC and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for development and selection of track design concepts.
• Analyze data, develop drawings, specs, and cost estimates for track projects.
• Ensure designs meet safety, operability, and TTC standards.
• Support tendering, material procurement, inspections, and capital programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Specialized expertise

Communication

Policies & procedures

Office software

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Reporting systems

Scheduling tools

Job description

Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Track & Structure Engineering (30000441)
Salary Information: $100,318.40 - $125,434.40
Pay Scale Group: 9SA
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
New or Existing Vacancy: New

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday/Sunday Shift: Day
Reports to: Senior Engineer, Design and Standards
Last Day to Apply: September 7, 2026

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.

Start your engineering journey with projects that matter. We're seeking emerging engineering talent to help deliver innovative track solutions that enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of Toronto's transit network.

What You Will Do

As a Designer, Track you will be responsible for providing engineering support regarding the development and selection of appropriate design concepts, analysis of technical data, and production of design information as related to existing and/or proposed design projects for subway track systems.

This role involves analyzing technical data, developing and reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, and ensuring designs meet operational, safety, constructability, and TTC standards. You will also investigate and resolve technical and design issues, evaluate track components and construction methods, support tendering and material acquisition processes, oversee inspections and acceptance of track materials, and provide technical expertise for rehabilitation and capital improvement programs.

You will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. You will help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) 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?

• Apply analytical skills
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
• Use office technology, software and applications

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• You have a University Degree in a related discipline (i.e. Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed to be equivalent;
• You have good project management skills in order to develop and proceed with complex investigations involving plans and specifications for alternative track alignments, material procurements, and construction methodologies;
• You must be computer literate with a strong knowledge of personal computers and computerized applications related to the work (i.e. reporting and scheduling systems);
• Knowledge of permanent way design principles, track maintenance, and construction practices encompassing subways is an asset;
• Familiarity with the following is an asset: railway/transit industry standards (AREMA, ASTM etc.); roadway and structural design requirements; computer aided drawing (CAD) and modern surveying techniques;
• Sound judgement and well-developed mathematical, analytical, organizational, verbal communication and technical report writing skills;
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

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. 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 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 [phone] or [e-mail] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Relatives of TTC Employees

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.