Senior OCS Engineer - Rail Electrification Lead

WSP in Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP’s Rail & Transit team in Ontario seeks a Senior OCS Engineer to design and deliver electrification systems for major North American rail projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, perform OCS design calculations, prepare drawings and specifications, and ensure compliance with AREMA/CSA/EN standards.

Proficiency in MicroStation is required to drive project execution and field readiness. This role offers leadership opportunities, hands-on delivery, and a chance to shape Canada’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; P.Eng. in Ontario or eligible is preferred.
• 10+ years in rail/transit projects with OCS or electrification focus.
• Strong knowledge of AREMA, CSA, EN standards and safety frameworks.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary design packages and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced OCS design calculations and verify safety and reliability.
• Prepare OCS design drawings—plan/profile, cross‑sections, supports.
• Develop technical specs, BOQs, and installation drawings for construction.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, systems teams for integration.
• Review engineering drawings and regulatory compliance reports.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and project teams.
• Support commissioning activities and field troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical engineering

OCS design & rail electrification

Leadership mentoring

MicroStation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree asset

Tools

MicroStation

OCS software

Job description

WSP’s Rail & Transit team in Ontario seeks a Senior OCS Engineer to design and deliver electrification systems for major North American rail projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, perform OCS design calculations, prepare drawings and specifications, and ensure compliance with AREMA/CSA/EN standards.

Proficiency in MicroStation is required to drive project execution and field readiness. This role offers leadership opportunities, hands-on delivery, and a chance to shape Canada’s