Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety (RAMS) Lead, Rail & Transit

WSP in Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 162,200 - 212,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Professional development opportunities

Health and safety focus

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Canada is seeking a Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety (RAMS) Lead to shape the safety, performance, and reliability of rail systems. Key responsibilities include leading RAMS activities, developing strategies, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in rail transit environments and a relevant engineering degree. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to impact transportation networks across Canada.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in RAMS/System Assurance within rail transit environments.
• Deep knowledge of CENELEC, CMREA, MIL-STD and other system safety standards.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead all RAMS activities across complex rail programs.
• Develop and implement RAMS Plans, System Safety Plans, and risk assessments.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the System Assurance discipline.

Skills

Technical leadership experience in RAMS/System Assurance

Knowledge of CENELEC and system safety standards

Lead teams and influence stakeholders

Experience with V-Model processes

Risk assessment and hazard analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

Overview

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us – Shape the safety, performance, and reliability of rail systems that move communities forward.

As our Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety (RAMS) Lead, you will guide the development of system assurance strategies across major commuter rail, LRT, subway, and high‑speed rail programs.

In Rail & Transit, our teams have received multiple industry recognitions for innovation, technical excellence, and system integration leadership. Your impact will shape safe, efficient, and future‑ready transportation networks across Canada and beyond.

Your Impact

• Lead all RAMS activities across complex rail programs, aligning strategies with client, project, and organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement RAMS Plans, System Safety Plans, hazard analyses, and risk assessments.
• Drive System Assurance through V‑Lifecycle processes including requirements management, validation & verification, and trial running support.
• Oversee reliability, maintainability, and LCC modelling to support long‑term asset performance.
• Guide incident preparedness, emergency/crisis planning, and operational risk acceptance.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams (e.g., Signaling, Rolling Stock, Traction Power, Communications, Civil/Track).
• Serve as the technical voice for RAMS with clients, regulatory bodies, and project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the System Assurance discipline, building future expertise across the practice.
• Influence WSP’s national RAMS framework, advancing tools, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 10+ years of technical leadership experience in RAMS/System Assurance within rail transit environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline; P.Eng. (or eligibility) required.
• Deep knowledge of CENELEC, CMREA, MIL‑STD and other system safety standards.
• Expertise in one or more rail domains: Signaling/Train Control, Electrical/Traction Power, Rolling Stock, Mechanical, or Communications‑Based Systems.
• Experience developing and delivering hazard logs, RAM modelling, risk matrices, SIL/ASIL assessments, and safety cases.
• Experience with V‑Model processes, testing & commissioning, reliability demonstration, and system integration.
• Ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate complex technical issues clearly.
• Comfortable supporting travel for project and client interface needs.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $162,200 – $212,200

MB & ON: $148,000 – $198,000

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $146,500 – $194,600

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join us and lead the reliability, safety, and performance of the rail networks that connect communities. Your impact starts here.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

Our Values

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Important Information

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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