Sr. Advisor - Legacy Fleet , Electrical Engineering

Viarail; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

EAP

Generous PTO

Flexible schedules

Travel discounts

Professional development

Diversity & sustainability

Job summary

VIA Rail in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an experienced Sr. Advisor - Legacy Fleet, Electrical Engineering to lead reliability and modernization of our electrical rolling stock and control software.

You will guide maintenance teams and coordinate with Technical Services to ensure compliance, best practices, and timely design reviews. Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, this role demands 10+ years in rail, strong leadership, and bilingual English/French communication in a collaborative

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in the rail industry or similar sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support for maintenance and product improvements related to electrical components and control software.
• Diagnose complex failures and recommend sustainable solutions.
• Supervise specialists and technical advisors to ensure project alignment with VIA Rail’s objectives.
• Monitor changes to maintenance programs and recommend adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual

Electrical engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

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Sr. Advisor - Legacy Fleet , Electrical Engineering

Location: MONTREAL, Quebec, CA, H3K 3K2

Reference Number :930

Status :Permanent - Full-time

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : 102 816 - 133 000

Number of positions to be filled :1

Application Deadline :10/10/2026

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

Why Join VIA Rail?

At VIA Rail, we are shaping the future of sustainable rail transportation in Canada. As an Electrical Engineering Expert, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and modernization of our fleet, leveraging your expertise to support strategic projects that impact millions of travelers every year.

What VIA Rail Offers

We believe our employees are our greatest strength. Here’s what you’ll find at VIA Rail:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off and flexible schedules
• Exclusive travel discounts for you and your family
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities
• A culture focused on diversity, inclusion, and sustainability

Your Role

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will serve as the reference point for electrical rolling stock and control software. You will oversee technical support for the Rolling Stock Maintenance (RSM) teams responsible for VIA Rail’s legacy fleet, while guiding Technical Services (TS) to ensure:

• Alignment with best practices
• Regulatory compliance
• Selection of optimal materials and processes
• Definition and verification of technical requirements

Your leadership will be exercised through influence, fostering collaboration, transparency, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise for Maintenance Teams

• Provide advanced support for maintenance and product improvements related to electrical components and control software.
• Diagnose complex failures and recommend sustainable solutions.

Strategic Advice and Technical Oversight

• Supervise specialists and technical advisors, ensuring project alignment with VIA Rail’s objectives.
• Monitor the impact of changes to maintenance programs and recommend adjustments.

Quality and Compliance

• Approve technical documents related to electrical work and software.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Representation and Communication

• Act as an ambassador for Technical Services with internal and external stakeholders.
• Actively participate in strategic meetings, committees, and planning initiatives.

Innovation and Project Development

• Contribute to defining new projects, drafting scopes of work, and conducting design reviews.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and reliability of electrical systems.

Health and Safety

• Support initiatives aimed at protecting our teams and operations.
• Ensure project compliance with rail safety standards.

Leadership Through Influence

• Promote cross-functional collaboration and transparent communication.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professionalism.

Requirements

• University degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in the rail industry (or similar sector).
• Expertise in electrical components, control software, and related regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Bilingual (French and English).

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.