Senior System Engineer

Acara Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions seeks a Lead Systems Engineer in Toronto, Ontario. The role involves defining system architecture, leading engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in engineering, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications. An excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years as a lead systems or design engineer.
• P.Eng certification required.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Define Concept of Operations including operational scenarios and use cases.
• Manage System Requirements and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix.
• Lead scope and requirement discussions with technical teams and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Systems Engineering Concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng (PEO) certification for Ontario, CA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Requirements management systems (e.g., Doors)

PLM systems

Defect tracking and configuration tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Define Concept of Operations for the project, including operational scenarios and use cases.
• Define System Architecture (logical, functional, physical).
• Lead scope and requirement discussions with technical teams and customers.
• Manage System Requirements and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM).
• Understand subsystems from external suppliers and ensure system-level compatibility.
• Identify, define, and manage system interfaces.
• Decompose System Requirements and collaborate with engineering teams for proper allocation.
• Serve as the technical interface across product development, engineering, manufacturing, verification & validation, commissioning, and RAMS teams.
• Support technical decisions and participate in system integration testing.
• Define impact analysis for system changes and support configuration management throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with company processes and standards like CMMI, CENELEC, IEEE, etc.
• Support stakeholders and participate in budget estimation.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• 5-10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years as a lead systems or design engineer.
• P.Eng (PEO) certification for Ontario, CA.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with engineering lifecycles, HW/SW integration, and delivering solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, requirements management systems (e.g., Doors), PLM systems, defect tracking, and configuration tools.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and understand new technologies quickly.
• Excellent communication skills to simplify complex ideas.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering concepts: V-lifecycle, System Architecture, Requirements, Configuration, and Interface Management.

Acara Solutions is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from people with disabilities, providing accommodations upon request.