Senior Track Engineer, Rail & Transit

Arcadis; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for a Senior Track Engineer in Vancouver to design and optimize railway infrastructure. The role involves collaboration across various engineering disciplines and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in track design, and a degree in Engineering. This position offers competitive pay and emphasizes sustainability in projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in track design, including conceptual and detailed design.
• Proven experience in track design and alignment for rail and transit projects.
• Ability to manage small teams of designers.

Responsibilities

• Design track and railway infrastructure according to regulations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and alignment assessments.
• Collaborate across disciplines for integration.

Skills

Track design

Alignment optimization

System integration

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Canada

Tools

Autodesk 3D

MicroStation

Navisworks

Job description

Role description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Track Engineer to join our Canadian Rail and Transit team, part of a global Mobility team, to contribute to the design, planning, and implementation of rail and transit infrastructure projects. As part of a dynamic and innovative team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable railway solutions for clients across freight rail, LRT or Subway commuter rail, and port rail projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in track design, alignment optimization, system integration, compliance with industry standards, and experience in civil infrastructure, and able to mentor and lead a team of designers and Engineers.

Role accountabilities

• Track Design & Planning : Design track and railway infrastructure in accordance with regulations, laws, and standards (e.g., AREMA, FRA or Transportation Canada, TCRP Report 155, UIC). Develop detailed track design plans, incorporating alignment, curvature, grading, elevation, and system and drainage elements. Optimize layouts for efficiency, safety, and sustainability while adhering to project specifications. Ensure design incorporates special trackwork, turnout, crossovers, storage tracks, etc.
• Feasibility Studies & Alignment Assessments : Conduct feasibility studies and alignment assessments to determine optimal routes for rail and transit systems. Use advanced engineering software and tools to model and analyze alignment options, addressing challenges such as geography, topography, and environmental considerations.
• System Integration & Coordination : Collaborate with designers of other railway subsystems—such as signaling, traction power, systems, civil works, structures, roads, and drainage—to ensure seamless integration and holistic solutions. Coordinate across multiple disciplines to deliver complex projects while addressing technical challenges effectively.
• Compliance & Standards : Ensure all track and alignment designs meet industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines. Stay informed about evolving practices and contribute to the development and refinement of internal standards. Maintain compliance with health and safety laws related to design processes.
• Collaboration & Project Delivery : Work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure track and alignment designs integrate seamlessly into overall project scopes. Supervise and mentor junior designers, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Provide technical expertise during construction phases and resolve design-related issues as needed.
• Procurement & Costing : Finalize specifications for track components, conduct cost estimation, and oversee procurement processes. Assist in preparing bid documents and provide technical guidance to clients during the bidding phase for various projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 8 years experience in all aspects of track design, including conceptual and detailed design
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field
• Current Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Canada
• Proven experience in track design and alignment for rail and transit projects
• Proficiency with engineering software, including Ferrovia, OpenRail Designer, SCARM, Autodesk 3D, MicroStation, Navisworks, is an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency, safety, and sustainability
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate in complex and dynamic environments
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey design concepts and mentor junior staff
• Ability to work independently and manage small groups of designers
• Innovative thinking with the capability to challenge existing practices and develop effective solutions

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $95,900 - $178,100. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Professional Services

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