Mechanical Engineer - Railway Systems

BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transit company in British Columbia is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Railway Systems. The role involves applying engineering expertise for safe rail transportation, developing maintenance strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have eligibility for Professional Engineer registration, 2-5 years of experience, and preferably transit background. Comprehensive benefits including salary ranging from $89,600 to $134,400 per annum are offered along with a dedication to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Medical benefits

Transit passes

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer or Licensee is required.
• Experience within a transit environment, specifically in Rolling Stock or Rail Infrastructure, is highly desirable.
• Advanced analytical skills to resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering expertise to asset systems for safe and reliable service.
• Participate in engineering standards and policy development.
• Provide professional advice on asset performance and maintenance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) eligibility

2 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Railway Systems

Job ID 20250886

Company BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd

Location Greater Vancouver

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

Marketing Statement Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE As the asset owner, applies professional engineering expertise to the assets and systems in the designated discipline and supports the safe, reliable and efficient rail transportation service delivery within an integrated, multi-jurisdictional environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Participates in the development and refinement of asset engineering, management and maintenance strategy. Supports the development and implementation of Annual Maintenance Plan, Asset Renewal Plan, Asset Improvement Plan and capital replacement plans.
• Participates in the development and refinement of engineering standards, policies and procedures for asset maintenance and projects to ensure the alignment with regulations, codes and industry best practices.
• Provides innovative, professional engineering advice and guidance to engineering, asset management, asset maintenance and capital projects on quality assurance, compliance assurance and asset performance. Identifies asset problems and provides technical solutions. Supports the investigation on significant failures, conducts root cause analysis and presents reports/recommendations to Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer. Assists in the development of FMEA and FMECA where required. Ensures effective communication to all the stakeholders.
• Provides engineering support to capital and non-capital projects of moderate to high risk and complexity. Reviews and makes recommendations on the approval of the technical specifications, drawings and documentations regarding assigned projects.
• Participates in the development and refinement of configuration control procedures for asset maintenance. Recommends changes on asset configuration control documentations.
• Participates in selecting appropriate techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering assignments. Investigates and reviews industry best practice in rail operations and asset maintenance and recommend changes to BCRTC practice. Investigates and reviews existing and emerging technology and recommend application to the SkyTrain systems as appropriate. Support business case development and the implementation of best practice and new technology.
• Develops and maintains professional and trustworthy working relationship with stakeholders in BCRTC and across the enterprise.
• Supervises reporting staff, including all people practices such hiring, training and development, coaching, monitoring and performance management.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Licensee (P.L.Eng.) is required. Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) may be considered.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience within a transit environment, specifically in Rolling Stock or Rail Infrastructure, is highly desirable.

Other Requirements

• Solid knowledge on the principles, theories, and practices of the designated engineering discipline.
• Solid knowledge on relevant standards, legislation, acts and regulatory requirements pertaining to the rail industry.
• Working knowledge of railway operation and maintenance practices, including configuration control.
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, to resolve critical and high impact technical issues.
• Advanced skill in creating technical reports, standards, procedures, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, FMECA, schematic and or technical drawings.
• Solid knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of project management and project reporting.
• Solid time management skills to balance and coordinate effort across multiple, concurrent activities.
• Solid communication skills and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to achieve consensus between groups.

Other Information

Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is considered an asset.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Resident.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $89,600 - $134,400 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process. INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your cover letter and resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application online.

Posting Date

November 13, 2025

Closing Date

Open until filled

Equal Employment Opportunity

SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail].