Electrical Engineer - Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Egis in Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Canada is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Intelligent Transportation Systems to join our Toronto team. You will design and deliver ITS electrical systems for urban transportation projects, coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure integrated, code-compliant solutions in line with Canadian standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, a P.Eng. designation, and 5–10+ years of experience, including direct MTO exposure and strong CAD skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• P.Eng. designation in good standing with a Canadian regulator.
• 5–10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years direct experience with MTO.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; asset if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver ITS electrical systems for urban transportation projects.
• Coordinate with traffic signal, civil, transportation and municipal stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality assurance across design work.
• Develop design documentation, specifications and reports per industry standards.
• Support project meetings and contribute to standards development.

Skills

ITS Design

Electrical Design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Project Management

Mentoring

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng.

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. We are now over 21,000 engineers, architects, scientists and planners across the world and experiencing substantial growth in North America. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer – Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer is a technical role within multidisciplinary infrastructure project teams based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The position focuses on the design and delivery of ITS electrical systems supporting urban transportation infrastructure projects.

The role contributes across multiple project phases, including preliminary design, detailed design, regulatory compliance, and construction support. Responsibilities involve coordination with electrical traffic signal, civil, transportation, and municipal stakeholders to ensure integrated and code‑compliant electrical solutions aligned with Canadian standards and client requirements.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in ITS design, demonstrates technical leadership capability, and provides oversight and mentorship to junior engineering staff while supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within electrical design teams.

• Design and implementation of electrical systems with experience in ITS Design.
• Design and integrate systems including:
  • CCTV and video surveillance
  • Variable Message Signs (VMS)
  • Vehicle detection systems
  • Fiber optic communication networks
  • Traffic Management Centres (TMC)
  • Road Weather Information Systems (RWIS)
  • Automatic Incident Detection (AID)
  • Connected and Smart Transportation infrastructure
• Develop and maintain design documentation, specifications, and reports in accordance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into larger projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and design teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, local codes, and industry best practices.
• Participate in client and project meetings, providing valuable input and insights.
• Contribute to the growth of the Electrical department through the review and development of standards and templates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing with a Canadian engineering regulator.
• 5-10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering roles.
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience working with MTO.
• Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D softwares used for infrastructure projects will be considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal teams and external clients.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient design practices.

Additional Information

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.