Senior Civil - Track Engineer

GHD; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 102,381 - 152,381; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Track Engineer to lead internal Designers and Engineers on rail projects in the GTA. The role focuses on organizing the technical team, coordinating disciplines, and driving the track design path to a successful final result.

The ideal candidate will have a P.E. in Ontario, 15+ years in rail/transit track design (3D), strong knowledge of Canadian Rail Codes, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent is required.
• Professional Engineer licensed to practice in Ontario is required.
• 15+ years of rail/transit track design experience.
• Proficient in 3D rail design, including complex alignments and turnouts.
• Solid knowledge of Canadian Rail Codes and Standards (AREMA, CN, CPKC, Metrolinx).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead track design project team and coordinate across disciplines.
• Manage the design path and ensure integration of requirements.
• Lead design coordination meetings and address critical issues.
• Review shop drawings and liaise between site and engineering during construction.

Skills

Rail and transit track design

Leadership / mentoring

3D design experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario

Job description

Senior Track Engineer

GHD is looking for a Senior Track Engineer to join our team in the GTA. As the Senior Track Engineer, you will lead internal Designers and Engineers with a primary focus on organizing the technical team to complete the task; manage all input and design coordination between disciplines, control the design path, solve problems, and hold responsibility for the track design in achieving the final result.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, 3 days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. This role can be based in any of our GTA offices – Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Partner closely with the Rail and Transit Business Lead, and Project Managers project functions, with focus on managing the track design project team
• Coordinate all aspects of the design team
• Develop or verify the technical scope of a project
• Lead track design coordination meetings and address critical issues that impact external partners
• Ensure all requirements including specifications and standards are integrated into the project
• Serve as liaison between the site and engineering disciplines during construction and be responsible for the review of shop drawings

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) degree or equivalent
• Professional Engineer licensed to practice in the Province of Ontario
• 15+ years' experience similar or related experience
• Demonstrable experience in the development and design of rail and transit track in a 3D environment, including complex alignments, junctions, turnouts and crossovers
• Detailed understanding of Canadian Rail Codes and Standards, including (but not limited to) AREMA, CN, CPKC, and Metrolinx Track Standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team building and mentoring skills

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The salary range for this position is $102,381–$152,381. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.