LRT Signals Engineer in Training (EIT)

City of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Day Off (EDO)

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

City of Edmonton is seeking a qualified engineer to support the LRT signal system management, maintenance, and capital upgrades. Reporting to the Senior LRT Signals Engineer, you will draft specifications, incident analyses, and technical reports while coordinating with traffic operations and external consultants.

You will help develop asset management and maintenance documentation, track budgets, and contribute to safety and reliability improvements under professional supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics.
• Experience in railroad signal design, construction and maintenance.
• Membership with APEGA as Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and working towards a P.Eng is required; registration with APEGA before start.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of asset management and maintenance documents.
• Support capital budget tracking and drafting technical specifications.
• Draft testing and commissioning documentation for new or modified systems.
• Maintain centralized records for signals documentation, drawings, software, and asset conditions.
• Coordinate capital tasks, review consultant proposals, draft tender documents.
• Assist in managing approved capital funds and cost reporting.
• Prepare technical reports and correspondence for senior management and regulators.
• Engage with Traffic Operations, consultants and internal groups to share best practices.

Skills

LRT signal design

Technical writing

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Equity and inclusion values

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics

APEGA Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with path to P.Eng

Experience in railroad signal design, construction and maintenance

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The City of Edmonton is seeking a dedicated professional to join our transit team. Reporting directly to the Senior LRT Signals Engineer, you will provide engineering, technical, and administrative support for the management, maintenance, and capital upgrade of our LRT signal system infrastructure under the guidance and supervision of a Professional Engineer. In this role, you will be directly accountable to the citizens of Edmonton and surrounding communities to help deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality transit services.

Working under professional oversight, your responsibilities will include assisting with the development of asset management and maintenance documents, supporting capital budget tracking, drafting technical specifications, and assisting in incident and accident investigations related to the LRT signal system. Additionally, you will represent the signals perspective across departments, interacting with Traffic Operations, consultants, and contractors to support seamless, efficient, and safe transit operations.

What will you do?

• Under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, initiate, design, and implement smaller-scale modifications or upgrades to enhance safety, reliability, or operational efficiencies
• Draft testing and commissioning documentation for new or modified systems under professional supervision
• Maintain a centralized record management system for signals documentation, drawings, software, and asset conditions
• Support and maintain preventative maintenance programs for signals equipment to ensure infrastructure meets safety and operational targets
• Coordinate and manage smaller-scale capital tasks, assist in reviewing proposals from consultants and city planners, and draft technical specifications and tender documents
• Assist in managing approved capital funds for the signal system area, tracking project orders, and drafting monthly/year-end cost reports
• Prepare draft technical reports, correspondence, and memoranda for senior management, LRT operations, regulatory agencies, and the general public
• Participate in technical meetings and liaise with other transit agencies, consultants, and internal groups (such as Traffic Operations) to share industry best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics
• Experience in railroad signal design, construction and maintenance
• Membership with APEGA as Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and working towards a P.Eng is a requirement. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment

Skills required for success

• Knowledge of LRT/train signal system design and maintenance systems
• Strong written and verbal English communication and technical writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proficiency with Google Workspace
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

Conditions of employment

• Up to: 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary: $35.60 - $43.271 (Hourly)

We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

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