Senior Manager, Systems Engineering / Directeur Principal, Ingénierie des systèmes

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead their systems design department. This pivotal role involves overseeing project bids, developing requirement specifications, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will foster team growth and create a collaborative environment while addressing technical challenges and promoting design efficiency. If you have a passion for innovation and a strong background in critical control systems, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the Urban Rail Signaling domain.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in critical control systems project/technical experience.
• Knowledge of Railway Operating Rules and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems design department for projects and bids.
• Develop requirement specifications and manage system designs.
• Create a performance-driven culture within the team.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Systems Design

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Writing

Education

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

B.Sc. in Computer Engineering

B.Sc. in Systems Engineering

Job description

About Us

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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineering Manager responsible for leading the systems design department for projects and bids. This includes developing requirement specifications, managing system and subsystem designs, operational analysis, and maintaining development processes. The role involves providing technical guidance, appointing and mentoring leads, and ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.

Major Challenges

• Developing and maintaining systems design and requirements management processes.
• Addressing unexpected technical issues promptly.
• Ensuring designs meet customer specifications with minimal risk.
• Promoting reuse of existing designs for efficiency and risk mitigation.

Key Accountabilities

As a manager, you will create a performance-driven culture, develop talent, and ensure alignment of work demand and capacity. You will foster team growth, manage resource planning, and drive a collaborative team environment within the Urban Rail Signaling domain.

Management Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and motivate the systems design team.
• Create a positive, high-achieving work environment.
• Set objectives, support professional development, and oversee hiring and mentoring.
• Establish and maintain structured design processes.
• Manage resource planning, schedules, and budgets.
• Maintain strong internal communication with stakeholders.

Technical Responsibilities

• Support marketing with technical specifications and proposals.
• Ensure safety and quality in systems delivery.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and process improvements.
• Represent the company in technical forums.
• Stay updated on railway signaling developments.
• Promote product reuse and correct application.

Safety Commitment

• Foster a safety-first work environment.
• Integrate safety considerations into design processes.

Minimum Requirements

• 10+ years in critical control systems project/technical experience.
• B.Sc. in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Railway Operating Rules and practices.
• Technical leadership in project design, resolving complex issues.
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Rail/Signaling industry.

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