Senior System Engineer

Belcan Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior System Engineer to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects in the rail industry, where you will define system architectures and lead cross-functional teams. With a focus on delivering solutions and managing project lifecycles, you'll be integral in ensuring compliance with industry standards. Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, including generous vacation time. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation

RRSP

Insurance

Sick days

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience as a lead systems/design engineer.
• Strong understanding of engineering lifecycles and HW/SW integration.
• Ability to manage small-medium sized projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and manage requirements traceability.
• Lead cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with standards.
• Support project engineering and customer design reviews.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Requirements Management

Problem Solving

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

BIM Design Process

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Systems Engineering

Senior System Engineer Toronto,ONPosted:5/7/2025 Job Description Job Number:

357245

Category:

Systems Engineering

Details:

Job Title: Senior System engineer
Full time direct hire position
3 week vacation to start, RRSP, insurance, sick days and more!
Rail industry
Salary : 165k
Location: Toronto, ON
Area Code: 416, 647, 905
Hybrid position- MINIMUM 3 days in office!
Postal Code: M5H
Start Date: Right Away
Keyword: #rail.industry.jobs #system.engineer.jobs


Accountabilities:
* Define Concept of Operations for the project including identifying operational scenarios and use cases
* Define System Architecture for the project (logical, functional, and physical architectures)
* Lead scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customer
* Lead System Requirements effort and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
* Acquire deep understanding of subsystems provided by external suppliers and ensure compatibility at system level
* Identify, define, control and manage system interfaces
* Decompose System Requirements to lower-level elements and work with the engineering teams to ensure proper allocation
* Serve as the project"s cross-functional technical interface between product development, engineering, manufacturing, verification & validation, commissioning, and RAMS teams.
* Acquire deep understanding of subsystems provided by external suppliers and ensure compatibility at system level
* Support project Engineering in all technical decisions
* Active participation in optimal overall project technical solution
* Support Customer design review and internal design reviews
* Support lab, factory, and field testing
* Execution of System Integration Test
* Define impact analysis for proposed changes to the system and support System Configuration Management through the whole lifecycle
* Ensure compliance with company processes
* Understands and integrates applicable CMMI, CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE, IPC, etc standards.
* Provide support to Projects external stakeholders (Customers, Users, Tenders) and participate to the budget estimation

Required Skills/Knowledge:
* 5-10 year engineering with a minimum 5 years" as a lead systems/design engineer.
* Extensive understanding and/or prior experience with engineering lifecycles, delivery, and HW/SW integration lifecycle and demonstrate the ability to deliver solutions to closure
* Prior experience managing small-medium sized projects and project teams
* Strong prior experience with Microsoft Office suite, requirements management systems (e.g. Doors), product lifecycle management systems, defect tracking tools, and software configuration tools
* Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and manage tasking of cross-functional teams of varying skills/experience
* Builds effective relationships and has exceptional communication and leadership skills
* Ability to acquire deep understanding of new technologies with minimal guidance
* Ability to communicate complex ideas to peers, management, and customers in a simplified manner
* Strong technical troubleshooting and problem solving abilities
* Strong prior experience applying fundamental Systems Engineering concepts:
* V-lifecycle,
* System Architecture
* Requirements Management,
* Configuration Management,
* Interface Management,
* Deep competency in interactions between mechanical, electrical, and software components in complex electromechanical systems
* Success with multi-tasking across multiple projects at given time
* Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
Desired Skills/Knowledge:
* P_Eng for Ontario, CA
* Experience with Construction / Civil Work and application standards
* Prefer Expertise in any ONE or more of the following:
* High Speed Railways System
* Power systems including traction power and medium to low voltage designs
* EMI / EMC system integration and validation
* Telecoms and Network designs
* Automated control design and development systems
* Conventional signaling control designs
* CBTC (Communication based train control) systems and designs
* Knowledge and/or experience working with Railway, Signaling Applications and/or ERTMS systems
* Prior experience collaborating with a diverse, cross-functional team across multiple geographic locations
* Knowledge of job-specific tools (Doors, others may apply) is an advantage
* Experience in BIM design process
* Knowledge of FRA/FTA regulations
Education:
* Bachelor"s Degree or master"s degree in Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
Languages:
* English-Proficient


If you are interested in this position, please apply through the Apply Now link provided. Our goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations and communities succeed.

Belcan is a leading supplier of skilled personnel to many of the world's most respected companies. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/acting, temporary and direct assignments in engineering, IT and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands of people around the world. Our ultimate goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations and communities succeed. Belcan is a team-oriented, equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.belcan.com

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