Installation Engineering Design Leader

Alstom; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Toronto is seeking an Installation Engineering Design Leader to drive installation studies, BOMs, and method statements across major rail projects. You will plan activities, review designs, and manage site drawings and punch lists to ensure final “as built” documentation aligns with project requirements.

The role requires 10+ years in design/engineering, railway site management, and P.Eng certification (or in progress).

Qualifications

• Railway site management experience is required.
• 10+ years in design, drafting or engineering.
• P.Eng certification or in progress.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of installation procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Delivers installation studies including BOM quantities and method statements.
• Plans and schedules installation engineering activities per project requirements.
• Reviews and signs off installation design drawings and installation method statements.
• Manages site drawings, punch lists, and 'as built' documentation.
• Ensures compliance with safety rules and environmental requirements.

Skills

Railway site management

Knowledge of railway products

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Quality focus

MS Word Excel Outlook

Education

Engineer degree or equivalent

P.Eng certification or in progress

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Installation Engineering Design Leader

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada’s busiest public transit system and doing so with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium, Alstom is proudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through the On-Corridor Works project.The GO Expansion scope :fleet upgrades, train control systems, network electrification, signalling, telecommunications and digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Installation Engineering Design Management
  • Delivers engineering studies (Bill of Installation Materials / Quantities, Method Statements, Installation Materials Specification Requirements, Installation drawings and configuration)
  • Assess monthly the Prime’s progress and generates internal reporting : Action plan progress, report, review, and progress.
  • Plans and schedules Installation Engineering activities as per Alstom System requirements.
  • Create & reviews and signs off all installation design including Installation Method statement, drawings, and manages site copies of drawing with Red & Yellow / Mark-ups, reviews, and analyses subcontractor daily/weekly installation report. Manage of Punch list and regular follow-ups to close them. Ensures that “as built” drawings are in place before revenue service, including “as installed” configuration.
  • Create & Reviews of Installation BOQ and updates as per project requirements. Supervising first article inspections and getting approvals from end user. Generates Traceability to installation requirements.
  • Lists Installation tools and organizes regular inspections (calibration dates, notice to use, etc. )
  • Leads, manages, organizes, and plans the installation activities with Alstom Installation Team and/or Subcontractors. Takeover of building / workplace report (Civil works reception) –including punch list of remaining works to be done.
  • Decides start of work as per 4M Checklist for starting Installation Engineering activities.
  • Makes REX of Project installation activities and report on action.
  • Attention to detail – to understand mechanical and electrical drawings for installation
  • Familiarity of both mechanical and electrical basic tools for testing and verification tests of installation.
  • Good communication skills and familiarity of working in a unionized environment.
  • Proficiency in computer office applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
  • Able to work in the office and field under seasonal environmental conditions (fit for duty).
  • Able to work under the safety rules outlined by site, company, and industry.
  • Occasional international travel may be required.

Education

• EngineerDegree level or equivalent education or experience
• P. Eng certification or in progress

Experience

• Basic experience in railway site management
• Strong knowledge of Railway products and service knowledge on different market segments (Urban, Mainline, Freight and Product)
• 10+ years production experience in design, drafting or engineering
• Environmental, Health and Safety background desired
• Experience of management by Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives desired
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Quality focused, team player

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $100,000 - $135,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.