Mechanical Estimator

black mc donald; London; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Health insurance

Dental

Retirement plan

Job summary

Wabtec, in its Bach-Simpson division, seeks a software professional to design and oversee cloud-enabled AI-powered websites. You will mentor peers, participate in sprint planning, and ensure cybersecurity compliance across releases.

Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, designing and implementing software, and collaborating with product teams to address customer feedback. International travel is possible under eligibility rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, IT or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with cloud platforms.
• Experience integrating datasets with AI and working with LLMs.
• Proficiency in C/C++, C#, Python on Windows/Linux.
• Legacy modernization to modern cloud/web solutions.
• Azure and/or AWS exposure with relational databases (MS-SQL, MySQL, Postgres).
• Git-based version control and CI/CD tooling experience.
• Strong communication, Agile mindset and cybersecurity awareness.

Responsibilities

• Participating in daily stand-up meetings with the team.
• Analyzing technical requirements.
• Designing software to implement formal requirements.
• Implementing software designs and reviewing others’ designs.
• Debugging, root cause analysis, and fixing defects.
• Creating and maintaining formal software design documentation, including cybersecurity components.
• Planning sprints and grooming the group’s backlog.
• Assisting other groups with understanding product behavior.
• Collaborating with product management to respond to customer comments.

Skills

Cloud computing

AI integration

Large Language Models

Windows IoT

Linux

C/C++

C#

Python

Legacy modernization

Azure

AWS

MS SQL

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Entity Framework

Git

Agile / Scrum

Cybersecurity practices

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or closely related field

Tools

GitLab

GitHub

CI/CD tooling

Job description

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the software team in Bach-Simpson, you will report to the Software Manager. You will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of cloud computing websites which incorporate AI to deliver innovative and differentiated product capabilities. You will assist the Software Manager with certain operational activities including, but not limited to, sprint planning and backlog grooming, technical problem solving and design oversight, customer releases, and cybersecurity planning and compliance with internal policies.

What do we want to know about you?

The following are the qualifications required for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with cloud computing platforms and systems engineering
• Integrating custom datasets with AI for analysis and reporting with hands‑on experience building applications with Large Language Models and training custom models.
• Development on a variety of platforms, including Windows IoT and Linux, with strong proficiency in languages and frameworks such as C/C++ (x86/64, ARM, Motorola, Freescale), C#, and Python.
• Legacy Modernization: Proven experience migrating legacy architectures to modern cloud/web solutions.
• Cloud & Databases: Hands‑on exposure to Azure and/or AWS cloud environments. Strong working knowledge of relational databases (MS‑SQL, MySQL, Postgres, Entity Framework).
• Dev Tools: Familiarity with Git‑based version control (GitLab, GitHub) and collaboration tools.
• Soft Skills
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to confidently mentor others and present ideas to business leaders.
  • An adaptable, team‑oriented mindset with a genuine desire to collaborate.
• Experience working in and managing the Agile development model (e.g. scrum master)
• Hands‑on experience addressing application‑level vulnerabilities, including secure coding practices and dependency management.
• Demonstrable passion for programming (pet projects, contributions to open‑source software, etc.)
• Ability to see “the bigger picture”; suggest and implement process improvements
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) clearly and accurately in English
• Efficient self‑motivator with a proven ability to prioritize multiple streams of work and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required
• International travel, including to the United States

What will your typical day look like?

• Participating in daily stand‑up meetings with the team
• Analyzing technical requirements
• Designing software to implement formal requirements
• Implementing software designs and reviewing the proposed designs of others
• Debug, root cause, and correct software defects
• Creation and maintenance of formal software design documentation, including cybersecurity components
• Planning sprints and grooming the group’s backlog
• Assist other groups with understanding product behavior
• Work with product management to respond to customer comments

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, and move test hardware and equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work at a lab bench performing hands‑on testing, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to connect and interact with small components, cables, and test fixtures.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods depending on testing needs.
• Ability to visually inspect hardware devices and test systems.
• Ability to work in an electronics lab environment following ESD and safety protocols.
• Ability to use hand tools (e.g., screwdrivers) for assembling and maintaining test setups.
• Ability to connect disconnect various connectors on a daily basis as testing needs.
• Have manual dexterity to be able to work with various hardware for testing purposes.

The salary range for this role is between $70,000 to $93,500 annually. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Wabtec offers a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, health, dental, and retirement

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

Bach-Simpson is the lead Event Recorder OEM in the North American Transit market. It designs, develops, and maintains various electronic equipment for trains. The monitoring team in this division is responsible for the Bach‑Simpson monitoring products and projects.