Quality Specialist - Rail and Transit

WSP USA; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Quality Specialist for their Rail & Transit team in Calgary, Alberta. The role involves ensuring quality assurance for projects, maintaining ISO 9001:2015 certification, and developing quality procedures. The ideal candidate holds an Engineering degree, has certification in quality assurance/control, and has over 5 years of experience in Rail Systems. This position offers competitive pay and flexible work options.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Rail Systems projects, familiar with CENELEC and/or AREMA standards.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Deep knowledge of Rail Systems QA/QC principles and methods.

Responsibilities

• Support Analysts and Engineers in quality analysis for Rail & Transit projects.
• Lead the development of a Transportation Systems Quality Management System.
• Monitor quality activities and liaise with client’s Quality representatives.

Skills

Quality assurance/control certification

Leadership and management skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario

Internal or Lead Auditor certification

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Visio

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Quality Specialist to join our Rail & Transit team in Toronto, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy recognizes the importance of work-life balance and supports you both on and off the job.
• We are a Canadian success story, proud to showcase what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you—contributing to the environment, infrastructure, and communities across Canada.
• Enjoy outstanding career opportunities as we grow and innovate.
• Be part of a collaborative culture with genuinely good people doing important work.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare, wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear vision for the future.

# WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Support Analysts and Engineers in performing quality analysis and control for Rail & Transit projects.
• Lead the development of a Transportation Systems Quality Management System and maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification.
• Develop QMP and procedures for major projects, in accordance with contract and ISO standards.
• Review Project Management Plans from a rail systems perspective.
• Monitor quality activities and liaise with client’s Quality representatives.
• Lead project audits, including quality, financial, risk, and performance analyses.
• Develop and maintain procedures for Transportation Systems Quality Assurance.
• Train project teams on QMS requirements and continuous improvement techniques.
• Coordinate resolution of technical issues with stakeholders to ensure standards are met.
• Manage nonconformance reports, change orders, and safety procedures.
• Address customer complaints and project performance issues.
• Travel may be required to support projects and client needs.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Degree in Engineering recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• Quality assurance/control certification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Rail Systems projects, familiar with CENELEC and/or AREMA standards.
• Internal or Lead Auditor certification.
• Experience in Rail & Transit or similar fields.
• PMP certification and/or P.Eng license are a plus.
• Experience in consulting engineering environment.
• Deep knowledge of Rail Systems QA/QC principles, methods, and documentation.
• Technical leadership and management skills.
• Understanding of Rail Systems Engineering concepts and lifecycle phases.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio.

Additional information about WSP and our values is included, emphasizing safety, diversity, and corporate responsibility. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted, and accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.