Senior Rail RAMS Engineer: Safety & Systems Lead

Gannett Fleming; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join their team in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves leading safety engineering activities for rail systems, establishing RAMS processes, and working within multi-disciplinary project teams. Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in safety engineering focused on rail systems. The position follows a hybrid work model, offering both in-person and remote work options, with a comprehensive benefits package and support for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Training program access

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience working in Safety applied to Rail Systems.
• Experience executing system safety activities in urban rail projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer is an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of rail transit systems.
• Define RAMS plans and processes for projects.
• Perform Hazard Analysis and apply best system engineering techniques.

Skills

RAMS-related activities

Excellent communication skills

System Hazard Analysis

Multi-disciplinary team collaboration

Customer relationship management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CENELEC standards

CSA standards

MIL-882

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join their team in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves leading safety engineering activities for rail systems, establishing RAMS processes, and working within multi-disciplinary project teams. Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in safety engineering focused on rail systems. The position follows a hybrid work model, offering both in-person and remote work options, with a comprehensive benefits package and support for professional growth.