Structural Design Engineer, Rail + Transit

TYLin Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan with company matching

Job summary

TYLin Group in Canada is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer (P.Eng.) to join our Rail + Transit team. You will lead structural design for rail and transit infrastructure, perform analyses, develop drawings, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across Canada.

You will apply CSA codes and Canadian standards, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to proposals and client engagements. This role offers impact on Canada’s mobility network and landmark projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• P.Eng. designation in Canada is required.
• 5+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Experience designing transportation, transit, rail, bridges, and large-scale infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of CSA design codes and standards and applicable agency requirements.
• Experience with structural analysis and design software (SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, MIDAS, RAM).
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with high technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support structural engineering design for rail and transit infrastructure across Canada.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations and assessments for transportation structures.
• Develop construction documents, drawings, specs, and reports.
• Design and review structures using steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other materials.
• Coordinate with civil, track, systems, architecture, geotechnical and construction teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to client engagement and proposals.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. designation

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

STAAD.Pro

MIDAS

RAM

Job description

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary This posting is intended to gather expressions of interest from experienced Structural Engineers (P.Eng.) for anticipated opportunities expected to arise over the next 3-6 months. While an immediate vacancy may not be available, we are building relationships with talented professionals who are interested in joining our growing Rail + Transit team as new projects and hiring needs materialize. At TYLin, we are helping shape the next generation of transportation infrastructure across Canada.

As investment in rail and transit continues to accelerate nationwide, we are seeking a talented and driven Structural Engineer (P.Eng.) to join our growing Rail + Transit team. This is an opportunity to do more than design structures - it is a chance to help build the backbone of Canada's future mobility network.

From iconic transit stations and maintenance facilities to bridges, retaining structures, and complex transportation infrastructure, your work will leave a lasting impact on communities across the country. As part of a high-growth team with ambitious goals, you will have the opportunity to contribute to transformational projects while helping establish TYLin as a leading Rail + Transit engineering partner in Canada.

If you are passionate about structural engineering, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want your work to influence how Canadians move for decades to come, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

The Opportunity

What You'll Do

• Lead and support structural engineering design for rail and transit infrastructure projects throughout Canada.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and engineering assessments for a variety of transportation structures.
• Develop design drawings, technical specifications, engineering reports, and construction documentation.
• Design and review structural systems utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
• Coordinate closely with civil, track, systems, architecture, geotechnical, and construction teams.
• Participate in all project phases, from planning and preliminary engineering through detailed design and construction support.
• Conduct structural inspections, condition assessments, and rehabilitation studies as required.
• Ensure designs meet applicable Canadian codes, standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Support client engagement, proposal development, and business growth initiatives within the Rail + Transit practice.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering, or a degree in Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada is required.
• 5+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Experience designing transportation, transit, rail, bridge, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian design codes and standards, including CSA and applicable transportation agency requirements.
• Experience with structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, MIDAS, RAM, or similar platforms.
• Experience developing construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering designs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high standard of technical excellence.
• Passion for infrastructure and a desire to help shape the future of transportation in Canada.

Why Join TYLin?

Help Build Canada's Most Important Transit Projects

Contribute to infrastructure investments that will connect communities, improve mobility, and support economic growth for generations.

Be a Foundational Member of a Growing Team

Join a Rail + Transit practice that is expanding rapidly across Canada and offers significant opportunities for career growth, leadership, and professional influence.

Work on Landmark Infrastructure Design

The stations, maintenance facilities, bridges, and transit structures that will define Canada's transportation landscape for decades to come.

Collaborate Across Disciplines

Partner with industry-leading engineers, architects, planners, and transit specialists to deliver integrated solutions to complex infrastructure challenges.

Leave a Lasting Legacy

The structures you help design will support millions of passengers, strengthen communities, and serve as critical pieces of Canada's transportation network for generations.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of$90,000 - $115,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer.

TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities. TYLin is committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail].

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering. Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

Our Global Infrastructure team, including TYLin, Introba, Landrum & Brown form the Infrastructure division of Sidara. Sidara is a leading, privately-owned professional services group with a diverse history and a global presence. Sidara world-class planning, design, engineering, and project management firms are dedicated to achieving our clients' ambitions and supporting sustainable communities worldwide. The Global Infrastructure division is comprised of 5,000 people operating in 21 countries.