Senior Rail Vehicle Engineer

BCtechjobs; Canada; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a senior Rail Engineer in Canada to lead rolling stock engineering and asset-management initiatives. You will drive condition assessments, risk-based maintenance strategies, and lifecycle planning while coordinating with operators, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires 8+ years in rolling stock or related fields, a Canadian P.Eng. or eligibility, and a deep knowledge of railway systems and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Railway Engineering or related discipline; master's degree is an asset.
• Professional Engineer designation in Canada, or eligibility for registration.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in rolling stock engineering, maintenance engineering, reliability, or fleet asset management.
• Demonstrated leadership of complex fleet assessments, engineering investigations, maintenance strategies, and risk-based decisions.
• Advanced knowledge of railway vehicle systems and relevant standards (AAR, FRA, TC, UIC, EN).
• Experience supporting fleet modernization, overhaul, rehabilitation, lifecycle extension, or major capital planning programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex rolling stock condition assessments, fleet engineering reviews, and asset integrity programs.
• Define risk-informed strategies for maintenance optimization, repair, replacement, overhaul, and lifecycle extension.
• Integrate reliability data, maintenance history, inspection evidence, and operational performance into defensible recommendations.
• Provide senior technical guidance on failure modes, degradation risks, regulatory compliance, and maintenance deferral decisions.
• Direct lifecycle analysis, fleet modernization, rehabilitation, asset criticality, and long-term capital planning studies.
• Represent WSP with railway operators, clients, regulators, standards bodies, and technical working groups.
• Review and approve technical reports and executive presentations that support investment decisions.
• Mentor engineering staff and contribute to proposals, client development, and growth of WSP's rail vehicle practice.

Skills

Rolling stock engineering experience

Leadership experience

Railway vehicle systems knowledge

Fleet modernization experience

Field leadership

Client communication

Mentoring teams / industry committees

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Railway Engineering

Master's degree (asset)

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

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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

Explore Limitless Possibilities

Lead high-value rolling stock engineering assignments that influence fleet strategy, maintenance investment, and long-term asset performance. You will bring senior technical judgement to complex condition assessments, lifecycle programs, and risk-based decisions while building trusted relationships with railway operators, clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.

Your Impact

• Lead complex rolling stock condition assessments, fleet engineering reviews, and asset integrity programs.
• Define risk-informed strategies for maintenance optimization, repair, replacement, overhaul, and lifecycle extension.
• Integrate reliability data, maintenance history, inspection evidence, and operational performance into defensible recommendations.
• Provide senior technical guidance on failure modes, degradation risks, regulatory compliance, and maintenance deferral decisions.
• Direct lifecycle analysis, fleet modernization, rehabilitation, asset criticality, and long-term capital planning studies.
• Represent WSP with railway operators, clients, regulators, standards bodies, and technical working groups.
• Review and approve technical reports and executive-level presentations that support investment and operational decisions.
• Mentor engineering staff and contribute to proposals, client development, and the growth of WSP's rail vehicle practice.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical , Electrical, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline; a relevant master's degree is an asset.
• Professional Engineer designation in Canada, or eligibility for registration in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in rolling stock engineering, maintenance engineering, reliability, or fleet asset management.
• Demonstrated leadership of complex fleet assessments, engineering investigations, maintenance strategies, and risk-based decisions.
• Advanced knowledge of railway vehicle systems and relevant AAR, FRA, Transport Canada, UIC, EN, or comparable requirements.
• Experience supporting fleet modernization, overhaul, rehabilitation, lifecycle extension, or major capital planning programs.
• Ability to lead field activities safely in active railway, maintenance, and industrial environments.
• Strong client-facing communication and experience mentoring teams or participating in industry committees are assets.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home .

• 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.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600 - $151,800

MB & ON: $104,500 - $143,900

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $103,500 - $137,400

Disclosure: 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.

Shape the Next Generation of Rail

Join WSP to lead the engineering decisions that help railway fleets operate safely, reliably, and sustainably throughout their lifecycle.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

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. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .