Engineer Installation – RSSOM Project

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking an Installation Engineer in Toronto, Ontario. You will design cable pathways for railway installations, ensuring compliance and excellent collaboration. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in railway civil works, proficiency in Revit, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in civil works within railway engineering.
• Strong understanding of pathway and raceway sizing.
• Experience interfacing with civil stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and instruct subcontractors on cable routing.
• Propose and define new cable pathways and manage filling ratios.
• Interface with civil partners and technology teams.

Skills

Civil works experience in railway engineering

Pathway and raceway sizing knowledge

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering

Tools

Revit

Aconex

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Installation Engineer to join our team on the RSSOM project in Toronto, Ontario. This role will focus on the design and coordination of cableways design, cable routing and installation along the track and within technical rooms, ensuring compliance with system requirements and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or electrical works within the railway engineering context and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and instruct subcontractors on cable routing from wiring diagrams within technical rooms and along the track.
• Propose and define new cable pathways, manage filling ratios, and ensure constructability.
• Interface with civil partners and internal technology teams to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, system specifications, and local electrical codes.
• Apply quality procedures throughout all design stages and document emissions.
• Collaborate with civil designers to ensure integrated design implementation.
• Identify and mitigate risks and critical issues during project development.
• Represent the Installation Engineering team in stakeholder meetings.
• Work within a BIM environment in accordance with the BIM Execution Plan.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in civil works within railway engineering, particularly in construction and installation design.
• Strong understanding of pathway and raceway sizing based on subsystem requirements.
• Experience interfacing with civil stakeholders and managing design implementation.
• Familiarity with Requirement Traceability Matrix and Interface Registers.
• Experience managing contractor and subcontractor design activities.
• Previous construction site experience is a plus.
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, and deadline-oriented.
• Adaptability to changing project priorities and directions.

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain project documentation.
• Team-oriented with a cooperative and proactive mindset.
• Willingness to work on-site and adapt to project mobility needs.

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient in: Revit, Aconex, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
• Experience with Autodesk Revit or other 3D design tools is a plus.

Education & Language Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering or equivalent technical background.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ontario P.Eng highly desirable
• Clear Criminal Background check.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability, life & accident insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid vacation. Training and development opportunities are also offered.

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